Panasonic LUMIX S S1R Black
Panasonic
76 Overall Score
vs
Sony a7R ILCE7RM5/B 2023
Sony
86 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Panasonic LUMIX S S1R Black
85 out of 100 medium confidence 15 reviews
The Panasonic S1R is praised for its exceptional image quality, comfortable handling despite its size, and intuitive menu system. Users upgrading from Micro Four Thirds or Canon find it a significant improvement, though the weight and battery life are noted as minor drawbacks. The camera's build quality and features like focus stacking and panoramic modes are well-received.
Pros
- Exceptional image quality
- Comfortable handling despite size
- Intuitive menu system
- Excellent build quality
- Great EVF
Cons
- Heavy and bulky
- Battery life could be better
- Learning curve for new users
Image quality 5
Handling and ergonomics 5
Menu system 3
Build quality 3
Weight and size 4
Battery life 2
Sony a7R ILCE7RM5/B 2023
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Scores
Wedding Events
Photography
Beginner
Sports Wildlife
Product Photography
Youtube
Video
Streaming
Vlogging
Travel
Specifications
| Panasonic LUMIX S S1R | Sony a7R ILCE7RM5/B | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | CMOS | BSI CMOS |
| Size | full-frame | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 47.29999923706055 MP | 61 MP★ |
| ISO Range | 100 | 50★ |
| Processor | Venus Engine | BIONZ XR |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | — | Photo, VideoPhase Detection: 693 |
| Eye AF | — | ✓★ |
| Animal AF | — | ✓★ |
| Subject Detection | — | ✓★ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 9 fps | 10 fps★ |
| Burst (Electronic) | — | 7 fps★ |
| Max Shutter | — | 1/8000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K | 8K★ |
| 4K FPS | 60 fps | 60 fps |
| 1080p FPS | — | 120 fps★ |
| 10-bit | — | ✓★ |
| Log Profile | ✓ | ✓ |
| RAW Video | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codec | 14-bit RAW | S-Log3/S-Cinetone |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3.2" | 3.2" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 5.8M dots | 9.4M dots★ |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | — | 0.72 kg★ |
| Battery Life | — | 440 shots★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓★ |
| USB | USB-C★ | USB Type-C |
| HDMI | HDMI Type A | HDMI Output |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Panasonic LUMIX S S1R Black
- Strong evf (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong video (91st percentile)91st %ile
Sony a7R ILCE7RM5/B 2023
- Strong evf (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong stabilization (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong build (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong video (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Below average social proof (32nd percentile)
Verdict
Winner: Sony a7R ILCE7RM5/B
Scores 86 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 15 of 33 specs.