Panasonic S1H vs Sony QX1
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Panasonic S1H vs Sony QX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase 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
- Introduced August 2019
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- " Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 216g - 74 x 70 x 53mm
- Revealed September 2014
Panasonic S1H vs Sony QX1 Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Panasonic S1H versus Sony QX1, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Lens-style by brands Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S1H (24MP) and the QX1 (20MP) is pretty well matched but the S1H (Full frame) and QX1 (APS-C) possess different sensor dimensions.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe S1H was revealed 5 years later than the QX1 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera.
Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the S1H grades against the QX1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic S1H vs Sony QX1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H & Sony Alpha QX1. The full galleries are available at Panasonic S1H Gallery & Sony QX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1H over the Sony QX1
S1H | QX1 | |||
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Revealed | August 2019 | September 2014 | Fresher by 61 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen dimension | 3.2" | " | Bigger screen (+3.2") | |
Screen resolution | 2330k | 0k | Clearer screen (+2330k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony QX1 over the Panasonic S1H
QX1 | S1H |
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Common features in the Panasonic S1H and Sony QX1
S1H | QX1 | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Panasonic S1H vs Sony QX1 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S1H offers external dimensions of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") along with a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) whilst the Sony QX1 has dimensions of 74mm x 70mm x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") along with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic S1H versus Sony QX1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the S1H and the QX1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1H and QX1 is 52 and 90 respectively.
Panasonic S1H vs Sony QX1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by looking at specifications. The photograph here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S1H and QX1.
Plainly, both of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S1H using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic S1H will give greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher S1H should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic S1H vs Sony QX1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H | Sony Alpha QX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H | Sony Alpha QX1 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Lens-style |
Introduced | 2019-08-28 | 2014-09-03 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Lens-style |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 35.6 x 23.8mm | 23.2 x 15.4mm |
Sensor surface area | 847.3mm² | 357.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5456 x 3632 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 16000 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 225 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Leica L | Sony E |
Available lenses | 30 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.2 inches | - |
Resolution of display | 2,330k dot | 0k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 9.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Off, auto, fill, slow sync, rear sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/320 secs | - |
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 | 1920 x 1080 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 5952x3988 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1052 gr (2.32 pounds) | 216 gr (0.48 pounds) |
Dimensions | 151 x 114 x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") | 74 x 70 x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 images | 440 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) | microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC, Memory Stick Micro |
Storage slots | Dual | Single |
Pricing at launch | $3,998 | $500 |