Panasonic S1H vs Sony A58

Below, we are contrasting the Panasonic S1H and Sony A58, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the S1H (24MP) and the A58 (20MP) is very well matched but the S1H (Full frame) and A58 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor measurements.

Photography Glossary

The S1H was brought out 5 years after the A58 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A58 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the S1H scores against the A58 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H and Sony SLT-A58. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic S1H Gallery and Sony A58 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic S1H has got external measurements of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) and the Sony A58 has sizing of 129mm x 95mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") and a weight of 492 grams (1.08 lbs).

Check the Panasonic S1H and Sony A58 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the S1H and the A58.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1H and A58 is 52 and 68 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor sizes only by reading through specifications. The picture below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S1H and A58.

To sum up, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S1H because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic S1H will give you more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The newer S1H is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.