Panasonic XS1 vs Sony A9

Below is a detailed review of the Panasonic XS1 vs Sony A9, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the XS1 (16MP) and A9 (24MP) and the XS1 (1/2.3") and A9 (Full frame) provide different sensor size.

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The XS1 was brought out 5 years earlier than the A9 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic XS1 being a Compact camera and the Sony A9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short introduction of how the XS1 matches up against the A9 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 and Sony Alpha A9. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic XS1 Gallery and Sony A9 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic XS1 enjoys exterior dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") having a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Sony A9 has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") along with a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic XS1 vs Sony A9 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the XS1 vs the A9.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the XS1 and A9 is 97 and 65 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements only by checking out technical specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the XS1 and A9.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The XS1 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Sony A9 will show extra detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older XS1 will be behind in sensor technology.