Panasonic S1H vs Sony HX7V

Its time to look closer at the Panasonic S1H versus Sony HX7V, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the S1H (24MP) and HX7V (16MP) and the S1H (Full frame) and HX7V (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

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The S1H was introduced 8 years after the HX7V which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX7V being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the S1H grades vs the HX7V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic S1H Gallery & Sony HX7V Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic S1H provides outer dimensions of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") and a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) while the Sony HX7V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic S1H versus Sony HX7V in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the S1H and the HX7V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1H and HX7V is 52 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading specifications. The image underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1H and HX7V.

Plainly, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S1H using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic S1H will offer you extra detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger S1H should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.