Panasonic S1H vs Sony ZV-E1
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Panasonic S1H vs Sony ZV-E1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise 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
- Launched August 2019
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 102400 (Bump to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 1920 video
- Sony E Mount
- 483g - 121 x 72 x 54mm
- Introduced March 2023

Panasonic S1H vs Sony ZV-E1 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Panasonic S1H vs Sony ZV-E1, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the S1H (24MP) and ZV-E1 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (Full frame).

The S1H was unveiled 4 years before the ZV-E1 which is quite a big gap 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 ZV-E1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go into a full comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the S1H grades against the ZV-E1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic S1H vs Sony ZV-E1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H and Sony ZV-E1. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1H Gallery and Sony ZV-E1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1H over the Sony ZV-E1
S1H | ZV-E1 | |||
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Display size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3.00" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2330k | ![]() | 1037k | Sharper display (+1293k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony ZV-E1 over the Panasonic S1H
ZV-E1 | S1H | |||
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Introduced | March 2023 | ![]() | August 2019 | Newer by 43 months |
Common features in the Panasonic S1H and Sony ZV-E1
S1H | ZV-E1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Panasonic S1H vs Sony ZV-E1 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic S1H offers 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) while the Sony ZV-E1 has sizing of 121mm x 72mm x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 483 grams (1.06 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic S1H vs Sony ZV-E1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the S1H and the ZV-E1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1H and ZV-E1 is 52 and 80 respectively.

Panasonic S1H vs Sony ZV-E1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by checking a spec sheet. The pic below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S1H and ZV-E1.
As you can see, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic S1H to give extra detail having an extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged S1H is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Panasonic S1H vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and ViewFinder


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