Panasonic S1 vs Sony WX10

On this page, we are matching up the Panasonic S1 and Sony WX10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the S1 (12MP) and WX10 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S1 was released around the same time to the WX10 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the S1 matches up versus the WX10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic S1 Gallery and Sony WX10 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S1 comes with external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Sony WX10 has dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic S1 and Sony WX10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the S1 compared to the WX10.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S1 and WX10 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by checking out a spec sheet. The visual below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1 and WX10.

As you can see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Sony WX10 to show more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a bit more aggressively.