Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic ZS3

Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic S1R versus Panasonic ZS3, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and ZS3 (10MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and ZS3 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.

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The S1R was released 9 years later than the ZS3 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS3 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the S1R scores versus the ZS3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic S1R Gallery and Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic S1R enjoys physical measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") along with a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS3 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

See the Panasonic S1R versus Panasonic ZS3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the S1R versus the ZS3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1R and ZS3 is 54 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking technical specs. The graphic here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1R and ZS3.

As you can tell, both the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S1R featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Panasonic S1R will resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 37 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger S1R is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.