Panasonic S1R vs Sony A65

Let's take a more detailed look at the Panasonic S1R and Sony A65, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and A65 (24MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and A65 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The S1R was unveiled 7 years later than the A65 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A65 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the S1R matches up against the A65 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R and Sony SLT-A65. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic S1R Gallery and Sony A65 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. 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) whilst the Sony A65 has proportions of 132mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 622 grams (1.37 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic S1R and Sony A65 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the S1R against the A65.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1R and A65 is 54 and 64 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading specs. The photograph below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1R and A65.

All in all, both the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The S1R using its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic S1R will offer more detail having an extra 23MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent S1R will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.