Panasonic S1H vs Sony a3500

Here is a in depth assessment of the Panasonic S1H vs Sony a3500, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the S1H (24MP) and the a3500 (20MP) is relatively similar but the S1H (Full frame) and a3500 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The S1H was introduced 5 years later than the a3500 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the S1H matches up against the a3500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H & Sony Alpha a3500. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic S1H Gallery & Sony a3500 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic S1H enjoys outer dimensions of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) while the Sony a3500 has specifications of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") along with a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic S1H vs Sony a3500 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the S1H against the a3500.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1H and a3500 is 52 and 69 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S1H and a3500.

As you can see, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S1H using its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic S1H will offer more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger S1H will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.