Panasonic S1H vs Sony a1

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic S1H vs Sony a1, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the S1H (24MP) and a1 (50MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (Full frame).

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The S1H was manufactured 17 months before the a1 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the S1H scores versus the a1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H and Sony Alpha a1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1H Gallery and Sony a1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S1H comes with exterior dimensions of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") and a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) and the Sony a1 has dimensions of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic S1H vs Sony a1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the S1H against the a1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1H and a1 is 52 and 61 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by checking out specs. The graphic underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S1H and a1.

All in all, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony a1 to produce extra detail due to its extra 26MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The older S1H will be behind in sensor technology.