Panasonic S1 vs Sony HX100V

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic S1 and Sony HX100V, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the S1 (12MP) and HX100V (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S1 was released 9 months prior to the HX100V and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S1 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the S1 grades versus the HX100V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1 Gallery & Sony HX100V Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S1 features physical measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Sony HX100V has proportions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") along with a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic S1 and Sony HX100V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the S1 versus the HX100V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the S1 and HX100V is 96 and 66 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing just by checking out technical specs. The graphic below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1 and HX100V.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sony HX100V to provide extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs much more aggressively. The older S1 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.