Panasonic S1R vs Sony A560

Let's look more in depth at the Panasonic S1R and Sony A560, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and A560 (14MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and A560 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizing.

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The S1R was revealed 8 years later than the A560 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A560 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the S1R grades against the A560 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R & Sony Alpha DSLR-A560. The full galleries are available at Panasonic S1R Gallery & Sony A560 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S1R provides outside measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") accompanied by a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) while the Sony A560 has proportions of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") along with a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic S1R and Sony A560 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the S1R compared to the A560.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1R and A560 is 54 and 64 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing specifications. The graphic underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1R and A560.

Plainly, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S1R having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic S1R will show greater detail because of its extra 33 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher S1R provides an edge in sensor tech.