Panasonic S1R vs Sony A7 II

Below, we will be looking at the Panasonic S1R versus Sony A7 II, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and A7 II (24MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (Full frame).

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The S1R was released 4 years later than the A7 II and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the S1R scores versus the A7 II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R and Sony Alpha A7 II. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic S1R Gallery and Sony A7 II Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic S1R has exterior measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") with a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) whilst the Sony A7 II has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Check the Panasonic S1R versus Sony A7 II in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the S1R and the A7 II.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1R and A7 II is 54 and 69 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by looking through technical specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S1R and A7 II.

As you have seen, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Panasonic S1R to result in greater detail as a result of its extra 23MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The fresher S1R is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.