Panasonic S1R vs Sony TX30

In this article, we are analyzing the Panasonic S1R and Sony TX30, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and TX30 (18MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and TX30 (1/2.3") use different sensor size.

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The S1R was introduced 5 years after the TX30 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX30 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the S1R grades versus the TX30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1R Gallery & Sony TX30 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S1R provides physical measurements 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 TX30 has dimensions of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the S1R versus the TX30.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1R and TX30 is 54 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specifications. The image underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S1R and TX30.

To sum up, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S1R using its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic S1R will produce extra detail using its extra 29 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern S1R should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.