Panasonic S1R vs Sony S2000

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic S1R and Sony S2000, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and S2000 (10MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and S2000 (1/2.3") possess different sensor size.

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The S1R was launched 9 years later than the S2000 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony S2000 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the S1R matches up against the S2000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic S1R Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S1R enjoys external 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 S2000 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic S1R and Sony S2000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the S1R against the S2000.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S1R and S2000 is 54 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing technical specs. The visual underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S1R and S2000.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S1R due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic S1R will provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 37 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer S1R provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.