Panasonic S1R vs Sony TF1

Here is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic S1R vs Sony TF1, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and TF1 (16MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and TF1 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor size.

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The S1R was released 5 years later than the TF1 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the S1R scores vs the TF1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1R Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic S1R provides external dimensions of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") having a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) while the Sony TF1 has measurements of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic S1R vs Sony TF1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the S1R and the TF1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1R and TF1 is 54 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S1R and TF1.

As you can see, both of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S1R because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic S1R will result in more detail as a result of its extra 31 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images much more aggressively. The fresher S1R provides a benefit in sensor technology.