Panasonic S1R vs Sony A7S
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Panasonic S1R vs Sony A7S Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 47MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 51200)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 1020g - 149 x 110 x 97mm
- Revealed February 2019
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 409600
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 489g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Launched April 2014
- Updated by Sony A7S II

Panasonic S1R vs Sony A7S Overview
Here, we are looking at the Panasonic S1R and Sony A7S, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and A7S (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (Full frame).

The S1R was revealed 4 years after the A7S which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the S1R grades against the A7S for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic S1R vs Sony A7S Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R & Sony Alpha A7S. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic S1R Gallery & Sony A7S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1R over the Sony A7S
S1R | A7S | |||
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Launched | February 2019 | ![]() | April 2014 | Newer by 59 months |
Display size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 1230k | Sharper display (+870k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A7S over the Panasonic S1R
A7S | S1R |
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Common features in the Panasonic S1R and Sony A7S
S1R | A7S | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Panasonic S1R vs Sony A7S Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic S1R has got 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) whilst the Sony A7S has specifications of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 489 grams (1.08 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic S1R and Sony A7S in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the S1R compared to the A7S.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1R and A7S is 54 and 77 respectively.

Panasonic S1R vs Sony A7S Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S1R and A7S.
As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic S1R to provide extra detail because of its extra 35MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher S1R is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Panasonic S1R vs Sony A7S Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic S1R vs Sony A7S Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R | Sony Alpha A7S | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R | Sony Alpha A7S |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2019-02-01 | 2014-04-06 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 47 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 8000 x 6000 | 4240 x 2832 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 409600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 225 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Leica L | Sony E |
Available lenses | 30 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3.2" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 2,100 thousand dots | 1,230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760 thousand dots | 2,359 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 9.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt 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 | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/320 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160, XAVC S 1080 60p(50Mbps), 30p (50Mbps), 24p (50Mbps). 720 120p (50Mbps). AVCHD 60p (28Mbps), 60i (24Mbps/17Mbps), 24p (24Mbps/17Mbps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC |
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 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1020 grams (2.25 lb) | 489 grams (1.08 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 149 x 110 x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") | 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 100 | 87 |
DXO Color Depth score | 26.4 | 23.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.1 | 13.2 |
DXO Low light score | 3525 | 3702 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 photos | 360 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 2 | 1 |
Retail price | $3,698 | $1,998 |