Panasonic S1R vs Sony HX400V

On this page, we will be evaluating the Panasonic S1R versus Sony HX400V, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and HX400V (20MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and HX400V (1/2.3") have totally different sensor measurements.

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The S1R was revealed 5 years later than the HX400V and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a short view of how the S1R scores versus the HX400V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1R Gallery and Sony HX400V Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic S1R comes with exterior dimensions of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") with a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) while the Sony HX400V has specifications of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic S1R versus Sony HX400V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the S1R versus the HX400V.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S1R and HX400V is 54 and 62 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading specifications. The visual underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1R and HX400V.

Plainly, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S1R with its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Panasonic S1R will deliver extra detail because of its extra 27MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The younger S1R is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.