Panasonic S1R vs Sony QX1

Its time to examine more in depth at the Panasonic S1R vs Sony QX1, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Lens-style by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and QX1 (20MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and QX1 (APS-C) come with different sensor sizes.

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The S1R was unveiled 4 years later than the QX1 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera.

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a short summary of how the S1R matches up against the QX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R & Sony Alpha QX1. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1R Gallery & Sony QX1 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S1R has got physical dimensions of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") with a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) and the Sony QX1 has proportions of 74mm x 70mm x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") and a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic S1R vs Sony QX1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the S1R vs the QX1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S1R and QX1 is 54 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through technical specs. The graphic underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S1R and QX1.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S1R with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic S1R will produce greater detail having an extra 27 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The more modern S1R should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.