Panasonic XS1 vs Sony A6300
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-XS1/Panasonic-XS1-front.jpg)
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Panasonic XS1 vs Sony A6300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 103g - 94 x 54 x 14mm
- Announced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 404g - 120 x 67 x 49mm
- Launched February 2016
- Replaced the Sony A6000
- Replacement is Sony A6500
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Panasonic XS1 vs Sony A6300 Overview
In this write-up, we are analyzing the Panasonic XS1 versus Sony A6300, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the XS1 (16MP) and A6300 (24MP) and the XS1 (1/2.3") and A6300 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor dimensions.
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The XS1 was launched 4 years before the A6300 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic XS1 being a Compact camera and the Sony A6300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the XS1 matches up against the A6300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Panasonic XS1 vs Sony A6300 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 & Sony Alpha a6300. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic XS1 Gallery & Sony A6300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic XS1 over the Sony A6300
XS1 | A6300 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A6300 over the Panasonic XS1
A6300 | XS1 | |||
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Launched | February 2016 | ![]() | January 2013 | Newer by 37 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic XS1 and Sony A6300
XS1 | A6300 | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Panasonic XS1 vs Sony A6300 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic XS1 has physical measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) and the Sony A6300 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.9") having a weight of 404 grams (0.89 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic XS1 versus Sony A6300 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the XS1 against the A6300.
![Panasonic XS1 vs Sony A6300 size comparison Panasonic XS1 vs Sony A6300 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-XS1-vs-Sony-Alpha-a6300-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the XS1 and A6300 is 97 and 83 respectively.
![Panasonic XS1 vs Sony A6300 top view buttons comparison Panasonic XS1 vs Sony A6300 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-XS1-vs-Sony-Alpha-a6300-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic XS1 vs Sony A6300 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over specs. The picture below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the XS1 and A6300.
As you can plainly see, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The XS1 featuring a tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF harder and the Sony A6300 will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged XS1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
![Panasonic XS1 vs Sony A6300 sensor size comparison Panasonic XS1 vs Sony A6300 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-XS1-vs-Sony-Alpha-a6300-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic XS1 vs Sony A6300 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic XS1 vs Sony A6300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic XS1 vs Sony A6300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-XS1-vs-Sony-Alpha-a6300-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Travel Comparison
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Panasonic XS1 vs Sony A6300 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 | Sony Alpha a6300 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 | Sony Alpha a6300 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Advanced Mirrorless |
Announced | 2013-01-07 | 2016-02-03 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | BIONZ X |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 24MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 51200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 425 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 11.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.40 m | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Red-eye reduction, Hi-speed sync, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 4K (3840 x 2160 @ 30p/24p), 1920 x 1080 (120p, 60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (24p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 103 grams (0.23 pounds) | 404 grams (0.89 pounds) |
Dimensions | 94 x 54 x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") | 120 x 67 x 49mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 85 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 24.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1437 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 images | 400 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $130 | $889 |