Panasonic S1R vs Sony HX1
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Panasonic S1R vs Sony HX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 47MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Increase 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)
- 9MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1440 x 1080 video
- 28-560mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 544g - 115 x 83 x 92mm
- Announced April 2009
Panasonic S1R vs Sony HX1 Overview
Below, we will be comparing the Panasonic S1R vs Sony HX1, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and HX1 (1/2.4") possess totally different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe S1R was revealed 9 years after the HX1 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a simple summary of how the S1R scores versus the HX1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic S1R vs Sony HX1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic S1R Gallery and Sony HX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1R over the Sony HX1
S1R | HX1 | |||
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Announced | February 2019 | April 2009 | More modern by 120 months | |
Screen dimension | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 230k | Crisper screen (+1870k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony HX1 over the Panasonic S1R
HX1 | S1R |
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Common features in the Panasonic S1R and Sony HX1
S1R | HX1 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Panasonic S1R vs Sony HX1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic S1R comes with external 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 HX1 has specifications of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic S1R vs Sony HX1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the S1R against the HX1.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1R and HX1 is 54 and 67 respectively.
Panasonic S1R vs Sony HX1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes simply by looking at technical specs. The image below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1R and HX1.
As you have seen, each of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S1R having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic S1R will give you greater detail because of its extra 38MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The newer S1R will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
Panasonic S1R vs Sony HX1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic S1R vs Sony HX1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2019-02-01 | 2009-04-22 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.4" |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 6.104 x 4.578mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 27.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 47MP | 9MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 8000 x 6000 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 225 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Leica L | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 28-560mm (20.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/2.8-5.2 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Amount of lenses | 30 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 2,100k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 9.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 9.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/320s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1440x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1020 grams (2.25 lb) | 544 grams (1.20 lb) |
Dimensions | 149 x 110 x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") | 115 x 83 x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 100 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 26.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 3525 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 pictures | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | NP-FH50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | - | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 2 | One |
Price at release | $3,698 | $47,999 |