Panasonic S3 vs Sony RX100 IV

On this page, we are analyzing the Panasonic S3 versus Sony RX100 IV, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the S3 (14MP) and RX100 IV (20MP) and the S3 (1/2.3") and RX100 IV (1") provide different sensor measurements.

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The S3 was unveiled 5 years before the RX100 IV which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S3 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 IV being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the S3 matches up against the RX100 IV with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV. The full galleries are available at Panasonic S3 Gallery & Sony RX100 IV Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S3 features 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 RX100 IV has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") along with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

Check the Panasonic S3 versus Sony RX100 IV in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the S3 and the RX100 IV.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the S3 and RX100 IV is 96 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S3 and RX100 IV.

As you can see, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S3 with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony RX100 IV will offer you greater detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged S3 is going to be behind in sensor technology.