Panasonic S1R vs Sony A350

Here is a thorough assessment of the Panasonic S1R versus Sony A350, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and A350 (14MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and A350 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The S1R was released 10 years later than the A350 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A350 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the S1R matches up against the A350 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R and Sony Alpha DSLR-A350. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic S1R Gallery and Sony A350 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S1R features outside 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 A350 has dimensions of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") along with a weight of 674 grams (1.49 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic S1R versus Sony A350 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the S1R vs the A350.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S1R and A350 is 54 and 62 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The graphic underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S1R and A350.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S1R due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Panasonic S1R will provide more detail as a result of its extra 33MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher S1R is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.