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Panasonic S1H vs Sony A900

Portability
52
Imaging
76
Features
87
Overall
80
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H front
 
Sony Alpha DSLR-A900 front
Portability
54
Imaging
67
Features
62
Overall
65

Panasonic S1H vs Sony A900 Key Specs

Panasonic S1H
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 5952 x 3988 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 1052g - 151 x 114 x 110mm
  • Revealed August 2019
Sony A900
(Full Review)
  • 25MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • No Video
  • Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
  • 895g - 156 x 117 x 82mm
  • Released October 2008
  • Successor is Sony A99
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Panasonic S1H vs Sony A900 Overview

Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic S1H vs Sony A900, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the S1H (24MP) and the A900 (25MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (Full frame).

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The S1H was revealed 11 years after the A900 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A900 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the S1H grades vs the A900 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic S1H over the Sony A900

 S1H A900 
ReleasedAugust 2019October 2008More modern by 133 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen size3.2"3"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution2330k922kCrisper screen (+1408k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Sony A900 over the Panasonic S1H

 A900 S1H 

Common features in the Panasonic S1H and Sony A900

 S1H A900 
Focus manually More accurate focus

Panasonic S1H vs Sony A900 Physical Comparison

If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S1H has physical measurements of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") with a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) while the Sony A900 has proportions of 156mm x 117mm x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") with a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic S1H vs Sony A900 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the S1H and the A900.

Panasonic S1H vs Sony A900 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1H and A900 is 52 and 54 respectively.

Panasonic S1H vs Sony A900 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic S1H vs Sony A900 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out specifications. The image underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S1H and A900.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony A900 to show greater detail because of its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent S1H provides an edge in sensor tech.

Panasonic S1H vs Sony A900 sensor size comparison

Panasonic S1H vs Sony A900 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic S1H vs Sony A900 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic S1H Portrait photography details
Sony A900 Portrait photography details
85
manual focus
great flash sync speed (1/320 seconds)
good MP (24 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
has face detection focusing
exports RAW formats
72
has manual focus
MP count fantastic (25 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW formats
no liveview
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Street Comparison

Panasonic S1H Street photography advice
Sony A900 Street photography advice
69
screen can move to multiple angles
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
big sensor size (Full frame)
exports RAW formats
boasts focus by touch
environment proof
good high ISO (51,200)
heavier than competition in class (1,052g)
66
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
big sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW formats
weather proof
screen does not articulate
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic S1H Sports photography features
Sony A900 Sports photography features
76
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
quiet shutter (1/8,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good MP (24MP)
big sensor size (Full frame)
has tracking autofocus
environment proof
not so great battery power (400 shots)
does not have phase detect AF
71
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
MP count fantastic (25MP)
big sensor size (Full frame)
weather proof
comes with phase detect autofocus
no liveview
low fps (5.0 fps)
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Panasonic S1H
Travel photography with Sony A900
64
environment proof
has bluetooth
boasts focus by touch
good MP (24 megapixels)
display is selfie friendly
not so great battery power (400 shots)
heavier than competition in class (1,052g)
55
weather proof
MP count fantastic (25 megapixels)
no Timelapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic S1H Landscape photography information
Sony A900 Landscape photography information
81
manual focus
switch lenses (Leica L mount)
pretty good screen size (3.2")
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good MP (24 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
good high ISO (51,200)
exports RAW formats
environment proof
has dual storage slots
not so great battery power (400 shots)
73
has manual focus
change lenses (Sony/Minolta Alpha mount)
screen is a decent size (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor based)
MP count fantastic (25MP)
big sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW formats
weather proof
2 card slots
no liveview
no Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic S1H Vlogging advice
Sony A900 Vlogging advice
70
display is selfie friendly
touchscreen enabled
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
has face detection focusing
high video quality (5952 x 3988 pxls)
includes external mic jack
heavier than competition in class (1,052g)
9
lack of video recording
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Panasonic S1H vs Sony A900 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic S1H and Sony A900
 Panasonic Lumix DC-S1HSony Alpha DSLR-A900
General Information
Make Panasonic Sony
Model type Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H Sony Alpha DSLR-A900
Type Pro Mirrorless Advanced DSLR
Revealed 2019-08-28 2008-10-22
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Processor Venus Engine Bionz
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Full frame
Sensor measurements 35.6 x 23.8mm 35.9 x 24mm
Sensor area 847.3mm² 861.6mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixels 25 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 6000 x 4000 6048 x 4032
Highest native ISO 51200 6400
Highest boosted ISO 204800 -
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW files
Minimum boosted ISO 50 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points 225 9
Lens
Lens support Leica L Sony/Minolta Alpha
Available lenses 30 143
Crop factor 1 1
Screen
Screen type Fully Articulated Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3.2 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 2,330k dots 922k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen tech - TFT Xtra Fine color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder resolution 5,760k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.78x 0.74x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 60s 30s
Maximum shutter speed 1/8000s 1/8000s
Maximum silent shutter speed 1/8000s -
Continuous shooting rate 9.0fps 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize 1/320s 1/250s
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 5952 x 3988 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM -
Highest video resolution 5952x3988 None
Video format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 -
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) 895 grams (1.97 lbs)
Physical dimensions 151 x 114 x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") 156 x 117 x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 79
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 23.7
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 12.3
DXO Low light rating not tested 1431
Other
Battery life 400 photos 880 photos
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID - NP-FM500H
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) Compact Flash (Type I or II), Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, UDMA Mode 5, Supports FAT12 / FAT16 / FAT32
Card slots Dual Dual
Launch pricing $3,998 $2,736