Panasonic S1 vs Sony WX5

Lets examine more in depth at the Panasonic S1 and Sony WX5, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the S1 (12MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is pretty close and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S1 was launched 7 months after the WX5 and they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the S1 grades versus the WX5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic S1 Gallery & Sony WX5 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic S1 has got 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 WX5 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic S1 and Sony WX5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the S1 vs the WX5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S1 and WX5 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Often, its difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions merely by looking through technical specs. The picture here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S1 and WX5.

As you have seen, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP and you can expect comparable quality of files though you should factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The fresher S1 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.