Panasonic S1H vs Sony W530

The following is a extended analysis of the Panasonic S1H vs Sony W530, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the S1H (24MP) and W530 (14MP) and the S1H (Full frame) and W530 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The S1H was unveiled 8 years after the W530 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W530 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the S1H grades against the W530 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1H Gallery and Sony W530 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic S1H comes with exterior measurements of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") with a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) while the Sony W530 has sizing of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic S1H vs Sony W530 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the S1H versus the W530.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1H and W530 is 52 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions only by checking out specs. The picture underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1H and W530.

All in all, each of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S1H having a larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Panasonic S1H will provide more detail having an extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent S1H will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.