Panasonic S1H vs Sony H20
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Panasonic S1H vs Sony H20 Key Specs
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- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push 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
- Announced August 2019
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- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 38-380mm (F3.5-4.4) lens
- 250g - 107 x 69 x 47mm
- Introduced May 2009
Panasonic S1H vs Sony H20 Overview
Here is a detailed overview of the Panasonic S1H versus Sony H20, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the S1H (24MP) and H20 (10MP) and the S1H (Full frame) and H20 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe S1H was released 10 years later than the H20 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony H20 being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the S1H matches up versus the H20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic S1H vs Sony H20 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1H Gallery and Sony H20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1H over the Sony H20
S1H | H20 | |||
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Introduced | August 2019 | May 2009 | Fresher by 126 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display size | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2330k | 230k | Clearer display (+2100k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony H20 over the Panasonic S1H
H20 | S1H |
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Common features in the Panasonic S1H and Sony H20
S1H | H20 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focusing |
Panasonic S1H vs Sony H20 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S1H features external measurements of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") with a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) and the Sony H20 has dimensions of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
See the Panasonic S1H versus Sony H20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the S1H compared to the H20.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S1H and H20 is 52 and 87 respectively.
Panasonic S1H vs Sony H20 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing just by reading through technical specs. The visual underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S1H and H20.
As you have seen, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S1H due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Panasonic S1H will resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 14MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern S1H provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
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Panasonic S1H vs Sony H20 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2019-08-28 | 2009-05-14 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 35.6 x 23.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 847.3mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 3200 |
Max boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 225 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Leica L | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 38-380mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.5-4.4 |
Macro focus distance | - | 2cm |
Number of lenses | 30 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 2,330 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/8000s | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 9.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 7.10 m |
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 reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/320s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 5952 x 3988 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 5952x3988 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1052g (2.32 lbs) | 250g (0.55 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 151 x 114 x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") | 107 x 69 x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Two | 1 |
Launch pricing | $3,998 | $249 |