Panasonic S1R vs Sony G3

On this page, we will be matching up the Panasonic S1R versus Sony G3, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and G3 (10MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and G3 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizing.

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The S1R was brought out 10 years after the G3 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony G3 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick view of how the S1R grades versus the G3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic S1R Gallery and Sony G3 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic S1R has got 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) whilst the Sony G3 has sizing of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic S1R versus Sony G3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the S1R versus the G3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S1R and G3 is 54 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specifications. The picture underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1R and G3.

Plainly, both of those cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The S1R due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Panasonic S1R will produce extra detail having its extra 37MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer S1R should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.