Panasonic S1R vs Sony RX1R
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84 Overall
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Panasonic S1R vs Sony RX1R Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 47MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 51200)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 1020g - 149 x 110 x 97mm
- Launched February 2019
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F2.0) lens
- 482g - 113 x 65 x 70mm
- Announced June 2013
- New Model is Sony RX1R II
Panasonic S1R vs Sony RX1R Overview
The following is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic S1R versus Sony RX1R, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and RX1R (24MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (Full frame).
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe S1R was introduced 5 years after the RX1R which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the S1R scores vs the RX1R with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic S1R vs Sony RX1R Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic S1R Gallery & Sony RX1R Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1R over the Sony RX1R
S1R | RX1R | |||
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Announced | February 2019 | June 2013 | Newer by 69 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 1229k | Clearer screen (+871k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX1R over the Panasonic S1R
RX1R | S1R |
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Common features in the Panasonic S1R and Sony RX1R
S1R | RX1R | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Panasonic S1R vs Sony RX1R Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic S1R has got physical dimensions of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") and a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) and the Sony RX1R has measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") having a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).
See the Panasonic S1R versus Sony RX1R in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the S1R and the RX1R.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the S1R and RX1R is 54 and 79 respectively.
Panasonic S1R vs Sony RX1R Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading specs. The image underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1R and RX1R.
All in all, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic S1R to offer more detail using its extra 23MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The newer S1R provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
Panasonic S1R vs Sony RX1R Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
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Panasonic S1R vs Sony RX1R Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2019-02-01 | 2013-06-26 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 47MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 8000 x 6000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
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 | - | 35mm (1x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.0 |
Total lenses | 30 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.2" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 2,100k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | Xtra FineTFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic and Optical (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 9.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 6.00 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, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/320s | 1/4000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1020g (2.25 lbs) | 482g (1.06 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 149 x 110 x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") | 113 x 65 x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 100 | 91 |
DXO Color Depth score | 26.4 | 25.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.1 | 13.6 |
DXO Low light score | 3525 | 2537 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 photographs | 270 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Two | 1 |
Cost at release | $3,698 | $2,798 |