Panasonic S1 vs Sony HX99

On this page, we will be evaluating the Panasonic S1 vs Sony HX99, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the S1 (12MP) and HX99 (18MP) and the S1 (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The S1 was revealed 8 years prior to the HX99 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the S1 grades vs the HX99 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The full galleries are available at Panasonic S1 Gallery & Sony HX99 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic S1 comes with physical measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Sony HX99 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic S1 vs Sony HX99 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the S1 against the HX99.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S1 and HX99 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading through technical specs. The visual underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S1 and HX99.

As you can tell, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S1 with its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Sony HX99 will give you more detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older S1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.