Panasonic S1R vs Sony RX1R II

Below is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic S1R versus Sony RX1R II, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the S1R (47MP) and the RX1R II (42MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (Full frame).

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The S1R was released 3 years later than the RX1R II and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX1R II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the S1R grades versus the RX1R II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic S1R Gallery & Sony RX1R II Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S1R provides physical dimensions of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") having a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) and the Sony RX1R II has proportions of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the S1R and the RX1R II.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1R and RX1R II is 54 and 78 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements just by looking at specs. The visual below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1R and RX1R II.

All in all, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Panasonic S1R to give you greater detail as a result of its extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent S1R provides a benefit in sensor technology.