Panasonic S1R vs Sony RX100 II
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![Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R front Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S1R/Panasonic-S1R-front.jpg)
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Panasonic S1R vs Sony RX100 II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 47MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Raise 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
- Introduced February 2019
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 281g - 102 x 58 x 38mm
- Launched June 2013
- Succeeded the Sony RX100
- Later Model is Sony RX100 III
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Panasonic S1R vs Sony RX100 II Overview
Following is a in depth overview of the Panasonic S1R vs Sony RX100 II, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and RX100 II (20MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and RX100 II (1") possess totally different sensor sizes.
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The S1R was launched 5 years after the RX100 II which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the S1R matches up versus the RX100 II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Panasonic S1R vs Sony RX100 II Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic S1R Gallery and Sony RX100 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1R over the Sony RX100 II
S1R | RX100 II | |||
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Launched | February 2019 | ![]() | June 2013 | More modern by 69 months |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 1229k | Crisper screen (+871k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 II over the Panasonic S1R
RX100 II | S1R |
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Common features in the Panasonic S1R and Sony RX100 II
S1R | RX100 II | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Panasonic S1R vs Sony RX100 II Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you should think about its weight and size. The Panasonic S1R enjoys outside measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") along with a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 II has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") with a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic S1R vs Sony RX100 II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the S1R and the RX100 II.
![Panasonic S1R vs Sony RX100 II size comparison Panasonic S1R vs Sony RX100 II size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S1R-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-II-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1R and RX100 II is 54 and 89 respectively.
![Panasonic S1R vs Sony RX100 II top view buttons comparison Panasonic S1R vs Sony RX100 II top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S1R-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-II-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic S1R vs Sony RX100 II Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The picture underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S1R and RX100 II.
As you can see, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S1R featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Panasonic S1R will show more detail utilizing its extra 27MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger S1R will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
![Panasonic S1R vs Sony RX100 II sensor size comparison Panasonic S1R vs Sony RX100 II sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S1R-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-II-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic S1R vs Sony RX100 II Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic S1R vs Sony RX100 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic S1R vs Sony RX100 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S1R-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-RX100-II-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic S1R vs Sony RX100 II Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2019-02-01 | 2013-06-27 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 47MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 8000 x 6000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 225 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Leica L | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-100mm (3.6x) |
Max aperture | - | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Available lenses | 30 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 2,100k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | Xtra Fine WhiteMagic TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 9.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 15.00 m (ISO Auto (W)) |
Flash modes | 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, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/320 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1020 gr (2.25 pounds) | 281 gr (0.62 pounds) |
Dimensions | 149 x 110 x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") | 102 x 58 x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 100 | 67 |
DXO Color Depth score | 26.4 | 22.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.1 | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | 3525 | 483 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 images | 350 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec. / Self-portrait One-person/ Self-portrait Two-person/ Self timer Continuous (3 or 5 shots)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 2 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $3,698 | $598 |