Panasonic S1H vs Sony HX20V
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Panasonic S1H vs Sony HX20V Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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
- Revealed August 2019
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 254g - 107 x 62 x 35mm
- Announced July 2012
- Succeeded the Sony HX10V
- Successor is Sony HX30V
Panasonic S1H vs Sony HX20V Overview
In this write-up, we are analyzing the Panasonic S1H and Sony HX20V, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the S1H (24MP) and HX20V (18MP) and the S1H (Full frame) and HX20V (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizing.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe S1H was brought out 7 years later than the HX20V and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX20V being a Compact camera.
Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summary of how the S1H grades vs the HX20V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic S1H vs Sony HX20V Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1H Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1H over the Sony HX20V
S1H | HX20V | |||
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Announced | August 2019 | July 2012 | Fresher by 87 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2330k | 922k | Clearer display (+1408k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony HX20V over the Panasonic S1H
HX20V | S1H |
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Common features in the Panasonic S1H and Sony HX20V
S1H | HX20V | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focusing |
Panasonic S1H vs Sony HX20V Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S1H offers physical dimensions 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 HX20V has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic S1H and Sony HX20V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the S1H and the HX20V.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S1H and HX20V is 52 and 90 respectively.
Panasonic S1H vs Sony HX20V Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking specs. The graphic below will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1H and HX20V.
As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S1H because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic S1H will give more detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images far more aggressively. The more recent S1H should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
Panasonic S1H vs Sony HX20V Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic S1H vs Sony HX20V Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2019-08-28 | 2012-07-20 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
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 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
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 | - | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Total lenses | 30 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 2,330 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change 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, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/320 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 5952 x 3988 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 5952x3988 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1052 gr (2.32 lbs) | 254 gr (0.56 lbs) |
Dimensions | 151 x 114 x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") | 107 x 62 x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
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 images | 320 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Two | One |
Price at launch | $3,998 | $397 |