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Panasonic S1R vs Sony A7R IV

Portability
54
Imaging
79
Features
84
Overall
81
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R front
 
Sony Alpha A7R IV front
Portability
62
Imaging
81
Features
93
Overall
85

Panasonic S1R vs Sony A7R IV Key Specs

Panasonic S1R
(Full Review)
  • 47MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 51200)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 1020g - 149 x 110 x 97mm
  • Announced February 2019
Sony A7R IV
(Full Review)
  • 61MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 32000 (Expand to 102800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 665g - 129 x 96 x 78mm
  • Announced July 2019
  • Earlier Model is Sony A7R III
  • Refreshed by Sony A7R V
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Panasonic S1R vs Sony A7R IV Overview

On this page, we are reviewing the Panasonic S1R vs Sony A7R IV, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and A7R IV (61MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The S1R was manufactured 5 months before the A7R IV so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the S1R scores vs the A7R IV in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic S1R over the Sony A7R IV

 S1R A7R IV 
Display dimensions3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution2100k1440kClearer display (+660k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony A7R IV over the Panasonic S1R

 A7R IV S1R 

Common features in the Panasonic S1R and Sony A7R IV

 S1R A7R IV 
AnnouncedFebruary 2019July 2019Same generation
Manually focus Dial exact focusing
Display typeTiltingTiltingTilting display
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch display Easily navigate

Panasonic S1R vs Sony A7R IV Physical Comparison

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S1R has exterior measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") and a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) and the Sony A7R IV has proportions of 129mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 665 grams (1.47 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic S1R vs Sony A7R IV in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the S1R versus the A7R IV.

Panasonic S1R vs Sony A7R IV size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S1R and A7R IV is 54 and 62 respectively.

Panasonic S1R vs Sony A7R IV top view buttons comparison

Panasonic S1R vs Sony A7R IV Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements merely by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S1R and A7R IV.

Plainly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Sony A7R IV to provide more detail due to its extra 14MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images more aggressively.

Panasonic S1R vs Sony A7R IV sensor size comparison

Panasonic S1R vs Sony A7R IV Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic S1R vs Sony A7R IV Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic S1R Portrait photography details
Sony A7R IV Portrait photography details
87
has manual focus
above average flash sync (1/320s)
megapixel count fantastic (47 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports face detect focusing
supports RAW formats
88
manual focus
fantastic sensor resolution (61MP)
big sensor size (Full frame)
provides face detect focusing
exports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Panasonic S1R Street photography information
Sony A7R IV Street photography information
71
screen tilts up and down
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
supports touch to focus
environment proofing
good high ISO (25,600)
heavier than others in class (1,020g)
79
has a tilting screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
big sensor size (Full frame)
exports RAW files
includes touch focus
weather sealing
above average high ISO (32,000)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Panasonic S1R
Sports photography with Sony A7R IV
78
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
silent shutter (1/16,000 seconds)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count fantastic (47MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
supports tracking focus
environment proofing
bad battery pack (360 CIPA)
does not have phase detect AF
90
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
fantastic sensor resolution (61 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
provides tracking focus
weather sealing
great battery power (670 shots)
has phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Panasonic S1R
Travel photography with Sony A7R IV
60
environment proofing
connects via bluetooth
supports touch to focus
megapixel count fantastic (47MP)
bad battery pack (360 CIPA)
heavier than others in class (1,020g)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
74
great battery power (670 shots)
weather sealing
supports bluetooth
includes touch focus
fantastic sensor resolution (61MP)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic S1R Landscape photography information
Sony A7R IV Landscape photography information
82
has manual focus
change lenses (Leica L mount)
decent sized screen (3.2")
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count fantastic (47MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
does not have low pass filter
good high ISO (25,600)
supports RAW formats
environment proofing
has dual storage slots
bad battery pack (360 CIPA)
88
manual focus
swap lenses (Sony E mount)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
fantastic sensor resolution (61 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
does not have anti-alias filter
above average high ISO (32,000)
exports RAW files
weather sealing
great battery power (670 CIPA)
two card slots
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic S1R Vlogging highlights
Sony A7R IV Vlogging highlights
32
touchscreen functionality
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
supports face detect focusing
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
comes with mic jack
does not feature selfie friendly screen
heavier than others in class (1,020 grams)
37
has touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
provides face detect focusing
high res video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
has mic socket
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
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Panasonic S1R vs Sony A7R IV Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic S1R and Sony A7R IV
 Panasonic Lumix DC-S1RSony Alpha A7R IV
General Information
Company Panasonic Sony
Model Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R Sony Alpha A7R IV
Class Pro Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Announced 2019-02-01 2019-07-16
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Venus Engine Bionz X
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Full frame
Sensor dimensions 36 x 24mm 35.8 x 23.8mm
Sensor area 864.0mm² 852.0mm²
Sensor resolution 47 megapixel 61 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 8000 x 6000 9504 x 6336
Maximum native ISO 25600 32000
Maximum boosted ISO 51200 102800
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Min boosted ISO 50 50
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 225 567
Lens
Lens mounting type Leica L Sony E
Total lenses 30 121
Crop factor 1 1
Screen
Type of screen Tilting Tilting
Screen size 3.2 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 2,100 thousand dots 1,440 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 5,760 thousand dots 5,760 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.78x 0.78x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 60 seconds 30 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Highest silent shutter speed 1/16000 seconds -
Continuous shooting rate 9.0 frames per second 10.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync.
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Highest flash synchronize 1/320 seconds 1/250 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 3840x2160
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes (can be charged with high-power laptop/tablet chargers or portable power banks) USB 3.1 Gen 1(5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 1020 grams (2.25 lb) 665 grams (1.47 lb)
Physical dimensions 149 x 110 x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") 129 x 96 x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around score 100 99
DXO Color Depth score 26.4 26.0
DXO Dynamic range score 14.1 14.8
DXO Low light score 3525 3344
Other
Battery life 360 pictures 670 pictures
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-FZ100
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse feature
Type of storage - Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II compatible)
Card slots Two Two
Launch price $3,698 $3,498