Panasonic S1R vs Sony HX1

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.

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.