Panasonic S1H vs Sony W510
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Panasonic S1H vs Sony W510 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 5952 x 3988 video
- Leica L Mount
- 1052g - 151 x 114 x 110mm
- Introduced August 2019
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 119g - 96 x 54 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2011

Panasonic S1H vs Sony W510 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Panasonic S1H and Sony W510, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the S1H (24MP) and W510 (12MP) and the S1H (Full frame) and W510 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizes.

The S1H was launched 8 years after the W510 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W510 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the S1H grades vs the W510 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic S1H vs Sony W510 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic S1H Gallery and Sony W510 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1H over the Sony W510
S1H | W510 | |||
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Introduced | August 2019 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 106 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 2330k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+2100k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W510 over the Panasonic S1H
W510 | S1H |
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Common features in the Panasonic S1H and Sony W510
S1H | W510 |
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Panasonic S1H vs Sony W510 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S1H comes with physical dimensions of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") along with a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) and the Sony W510 has proportions of 96mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic S1H and Sony W510 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the S1H versus the W510.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1H and W510 is 52 and 96 respectively.

Panasonic S1H vs Sony W510 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to see the gap in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specifications. The pic below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S1H and W510.
To sum up, both the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S1H featuring a larger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Panasonic S1H will render greater detail utilizing its extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The more modern S1H is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Panasonic S1H vs Sony W510 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic S1H vs Sony W510 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W510 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2019-08-28 | 2011-01-06 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 35.6 x 23.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 847.3mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 225 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Leica L | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 4cm |
Number of lenses | 30 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.2" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 2,330 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 2 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 9.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 2.30 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 | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max 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 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 5952x3988 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1052 grams (2.32 lb) | 119 grams (0.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 151 x 114 x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") | 96 x 54 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN1 |
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/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Dual | Single |
Price at release | $3,998 | $99 |