Panasonic S1H vs Sony ZV-E1

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).

Photography Glossary

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.

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.

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.

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.