Panasonic S1R vs Sony QX10

Below, we are evaluating the Panasonic S1R vs Sony QX10, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Lens-style by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and QX10 (18MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and QX10 (1/2.3") use different sensor dimensions.

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The S1R was launched 5 years later than the QX10 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the S1R scores versus the QX10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic S1R Gallery and Sony QX10 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic S1R enjoys exterior measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") accompanied by a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) while the Sony QX10 has measurements of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic S1R vs Sony QX10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the S1R vs the QX10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1R and QX10 is 54 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading specs. The visual here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1R and QX10.

All in all, both cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The S1R because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Panasonic S1R will offer extra detail utilizing its extra 29 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics much more aggressively. The younger S1R should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.