Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 vs Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A100

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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 and the Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 was introduced in July 2006 and Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R was introduced in February 2019. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 Highlights

      • 10.2 MP APS-C CCD Sensor
      • 100 - 1,600 Native ISO
      • 9 Focus Points
      • Image Stabilization
      • 2.5" 230k dot Fixed Screen
      • Optical (pentamirror) Viewfinder
      • 3.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • Built-in Flash

      Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R Highlights

      • 47.3 MP Full Frame CMOS Sensor
      • No Optical Low-pass Filter
      • 100 - 25,600 Native ISO
      • 225 Focus Points
      • 5-Axis Image Stabilization
      • 3.2" 2,100k dot Tilting Screen
      • 5,760k dot Electronic Viewfinder
      • 9.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 3840 x 2160 Video Shooting
      • Built-In Wi-Fi
      • Wheather Sealed Body
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Sony Alpha DSLR-A100
      4. Advantage of Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Screen and Viewfinder
      7. Sensor
      8. Photography Features
      9. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
      10. Other Features
      11. Physical Parameters
      12. For Different Types of Photography
      13. Evaluations
      14. Specifications  

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 and Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R.

      PROS

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A100

      Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R

      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Video Capture
      •   Large Sensor
      •   High Resolution Sensor - 47.3 Megapixel
      •   225 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Large Screen - 3.2"
      •   High Resolution Screen - 2,100k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 5,760k dot
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/8000 sec
      •   High Flash Sync Speed - 1/320 sec
      •   High DxO Overall Score - 100
      •   High Video Resolution - 3840 x 2160
      •   Unlimited Video Recording
      •   High USB Speed
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Built-In Bluetooth
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   USB Charging
      •   2 Storage Slots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Illuminated Buttons

      CONS

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A100

      Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R

      •   No Video Capture
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 10.2 Megapixel
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 3.0 fps
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Built-in Microphone
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Heavy - 1020 g (2.25 lb / 35.98 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 360 shots


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A100

      Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R

      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 2.5"
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/160 sec
      •   DxO Overall Score - 61
      •   Weight - 638 g (1.41 lb / 22.50 oz)
      •   Price
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   -6 EV Min AF Detection
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) - 1/16000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 9.0 fps

      Advantage of Sony Alpha DSLR-A100

      Sony DSLR-A100
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 over Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R.

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 vs Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R
      Phase Detection for Autofocus vs
      Built-in Flash vs
      Lighter 638 g (1.41 lb / 22.50 oz) vs 1020 g (2.25 lb / 35.98 oz)

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      Sony DSLR-A380
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      APS-C

      14.2 MP

      Sony DSLR-A350
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      APS-C

      14.2 MP

      Sony DSLR-A230
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      APS-C

      10.2 MP

      Sony DSLR-A290
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      APS-C

      14.2 MP

      Sony DSLR-A300
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      APS-C

      10.2 MP

      Sony DSLR-A500
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      APS-C

      12.3 MP

      Sony DSLR-A390
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      APS-C

      14.2 MP

      Sony DSLR-A580
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      APS-C

      16.2 MP

      Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D
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      APS-C

      6 MP

      Sony DSLR-A550
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      APS-C

      14.2 MP

      Sony DSLR-A450
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      APS-C

      14.2 MP

      Sony DSLR-A900
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      Full Frame

      24.6 MP

      Advantage of Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R

      Panasonic S1R
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R over Sony Alpha DSLR-A100.

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 vs Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R
      Video Capture vs
      Larger Sensor APS-C vs Full Frame
      Higher Sensor Resolution 10.2 Megapixel vs 47.3 Megapixel
      Higher Native ISO 1,600 vs 25,600
      Max Image Resolution 3872 x 2592 vs 8000 x 6000
      Timelapse Recording vs
      More Focus Points 9 vs 225
      Touch-to-Focus vs
      Center Autofocus vs
      Tracking Autofocus vs
      Face Detection vs
      Live View Autofocus vs
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus vs
      Screen Type Fixed vs Tilting
      Touch Screen vs
      Larger Screen 2.5" vs 3.2"
      Higher Resolution Screen 230k dot vs 2,100k dot
      Top LCD Screen vs
      Live View vs
      Higher Viewfinder Coverage 95% vs 100%
      Higher Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent) 0.55x vs 0.78x
      Lower Min Shutter Speed 30 sec vs 60 sec
      Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/4000 sec vs 1/8000 sec
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 3.0 fps vs 9.0 fps
      Higher Flash Sync Speed 1/160 sec vs 1/320 sec
      Multi-Segment Metering vs
      Center Weighted Metering vs
      Average Metering vs
      Spot Metering vs
      Higher DxO Low Light ISO 476 vs 3525
      Higher DxO Color Depth 22.0 vs 26.4
      Higher DxO Dynamic Range 11.2 vs 14.1
      Higher DxO Overall Score 61 vs 100
      Interval Recording vs
      Higher USB Speed USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) vs USB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec)
      HDMI Output vs Full Size
      Built-in Microphone vs Stereo
      Microphone Input vs
      Headphone Output vs
      Built-In Wi-Fi vs
      Built-In Bluetooth vs
      Environmental Sealing vs
      More Storage Slots 1 vs 2

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      Panasonic S1
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Panasonic S1
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      1/2.33-inch

      12.1 MP

      Panasonic S5 II
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Panasonic S5
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Panasonic S1H
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Panasonic S5 II X
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Panasonic S3
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      1/2.33-inch

      14.1 MP

      Panasonic S2
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      1/2.33-inch

      14.1 MP

      Leica M10
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      Full Frame

      24 MP

      Fujifilm X-S1
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      2/3-inch

      12 MP

      Canon SX500 IS
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Kodak C135
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      1/2.3-inch

      14 MP

      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R
        Image StabilizationSensor Shift5-Axis Sensor Shift
        Orientation Sensor
      WEAKNESSES Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R
        No Built-in GPS

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 has a 2.5" Fixed screen with 230k dot resolution and Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R has a 3.2" Tilting screen with 2,100k dot resolution. Tilting screen makes Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R very useful for photography purposes but not so useful for video shooting. Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R also features touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment and most importantly a Touch-to-Focus functionality (available only on Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R) allowing users to select a specific point on the screen where they want the camera to focus. This feature can be helpful for achieving precise focus in both photo and video recording.

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      Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R with Tilting screen


      Viewfinder

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 has a built-in Optical (pentamirror) viewfinderPanasonic Lumix DC-S1R has a built-in Electronic viewfinder with 5,760k dot resolution. Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 has 95% coverage with 0.83x (0.55x 35mm equivalent) magnification and Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R has 100% coverage with 0.78x magnification.

      Sensor

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 features a 10.2 megapixel APS-C CCD sensor with dimensions of 23.6 x 15.8 mm and a total area of 372.9 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 1,600. Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R features a 47.3 megapixel Full Frame CMOS sensor with dimensions of 36 x 24 mm and a total area of 576 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 25,600 and expands to 50 - 51,200 in boosted mode.


      Here is a sensor size comparison chart where you can see how different sensors compare with each other:

      Sensor size chart
      Sensor Dimensions Area Aspect Ratio Crop Factor
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      Image cannot be displayedAPS-C23.6 x 15.6 mm368.2 mm23:21.5x
      Image cannot be displayedAPS-C (Canon)22.3 x 14.9 mm332.3 mm23:21.6x
      Image cannot be displayedMicro Four Thirds17.4 x 13 mm226.2 mm24:32x
      Image cannot be displayed1-inch13.2 x 8.8 mm116.2 mm23:22.7x
      Image cannot be displayed1/1.7-inch7.44 x 5.58 mm41.5 mm24:34.7x
      Image cannot be displayed1/2.3-inch6.17 x 4.55 mm28.1 mm24:35.6x

      Photography Features

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 can take pictures up to 3872 x 2592 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3896 x 1936, 1920 x 1280 with 3:2 aspect ratios. Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R is equipped with Venus Engine processor and can take pictures up to 8000 x 6000 resolution.


      Lens Mount

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 has Sony A lens mount and Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R has Leica L lens mount. Due to APS-C sensor in Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 its crop factor is equal to 1.5x, this means that a 35mm equivalent focal length of the mounted lens will be equal to its actual focal length times 1.5. Due to Full Frame sensor in Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R its crop factor is equal to 1x, this means that a 35mm equivalent focal length of the mounted lens will be equal to its actual focal length.


      No Low-Pass Filter on Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R

      There is no optical low-pass filter (OLPF), also known as an anti-aliasing filter, in front of the sensor on Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R. This results in a slightly sharper image but may also introduce moiré patterns and aliasing artifacts when photographing subjects with fine, repetitive patterns or details.


      In-Body Image Stabilization

      The cameras have a built-in in-body image stabilization (IBIS) (6 stops of compensation in Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R). This means that you are still getting vibration reduction when cameras are paired with non-image stabilizied lenses. It also works with lenses with optical image stabilization and in combination can achieve even better compensation.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      Built-in Wi-Fi on Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R

      Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R has a built-in Wi-Fi (Wi-Fi 5, 802.11ac/b/g/n, 2.4/5 GHz) which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
        Check out the cameras in our database that have built-in WiFi.


      Bluetooth on Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R

      Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R has a built-in Bluetooth which lets you to connect the camera to a smartphone or a dedicated remote control device. This allows you to remotely trigger the camera, adjust settings and controls remotely through a paired mobile app. While Wi-Fi is generally faster for transferring larger files, Bluetooth can be used for small, selective transfers, it can provide real-time information about your camera's battery status, memory card capacity, and other key settings directly on your paired smartphone or smartwatch.
        Check out the cameras in our database that have built-in Bluetooth.


      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 comes with NP-FM55H battery pack and Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R comes with DMW-BLJ31 battery pack with battery life of 360 shots.


      External Storage Slots

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 has a single Compact Flash (Type I/II) card slot. Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R has two card slots - one for SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) and one for CFexpress Type B / XQD.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 has Electronically controlled Vertical-traverse Focal-plane shutter. Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R has Electronic shutter and Mechanical Focal Plane shutter. Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Sony Alpha DSLR-A100, and up to 1/16000 sec with electronic shutter and up to 1/8000 sec with mechanical shutter on Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R. Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 can shoot continuously up to 3.0 fps. Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R can shoot continuously up to 9.0 fps.


      Focusing

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 has 9 focusing points and Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R has 225 focusing points. Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R has detection range from -6 to +18 EV.


      Exposure

      Exposure meterings of Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R ranges from 0 to +18 EV and you can set the exposure compensation within the ±2 EV range on Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 and ±5 EV range on Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R. You can also do exposure bracketing and manual exposure adjustment on Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 and exposure lock, exposure bracketing and manual exposure adjustment on Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R.


      Flash

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 has a built-in flash and also accepts external flash which can be connected via Proprietary Hot Shoe (compatible with Minolta and select Sony flashes). Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R has no built-in flash but an external flash may be connected via Hot Shoe or PC Terminal. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/160 sec on Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 and 1/320 sec on Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R.

      Physical Parameters

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 body has dimensions of 133 x 95 x 71 mm (5.24 x 3.74 x 2.8") and Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R body has dimensions of 149 x 110 x 97 mm (5.87 x 4.33 x 3.82"). Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 weighs 638 g (1.41 lb / 22.50 oz) and Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R weighs 1020 g (2.25 lb / 35.98 oz).

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A100

      Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R

      133 mm

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      149 mm

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      71 mm

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      Size comparisons of Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 and Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 and Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A100

      Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R

      AVERAGE
      63
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      EXCELLENT
      90
      •   Large Sensor
      •   Touch Screen
      •   High Resolution Screen - 2,100k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A100

      Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R

      AVERAGE
      60
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 3.0 fps
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      83
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   225 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   High Resolution Screen - 2,100k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 5,760k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 9.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 360 shots
      •   2 Storage Slots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Wildlife Photography

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A100

      Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R

      AVERAGE
      59
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 3.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      79
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   225 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   High Resolution Screen - 2,100k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 5,760k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 9.0 fps
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 360 shots
      •   2 Storage Slots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Portrait Photography

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A100

      Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R

      GOOD
      74
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 2.5"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/160 sec
      •   Orientation Sensor
      EXCELLENT
      91
      •   Large Sensor
      •   225 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Large Screen - 3.2"
      •   High Resolution Screen - 2,100k dot
      •   High Flash Sync Speed - 1/320 sec
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A100

      Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R

      GOOD
      79
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 638 g (1.41 lb / 22.50 oz)
      EXCELLENT
      86
      •   Large Sensor
      •   225 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   High Resolution Screen - 2,100k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Heavy - 1020 g (2.25 lb / 35.98 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A100

      Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R

      GOOD
      80
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 638 g (1.41 lb / 22.50 oz)
      GOOD
      79
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   High Resolution Screen - 2,100k dot
      •   High Video Resolution - 3840 x 2160
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Heavy - 1020 g (2.25 lb / 35.98 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 360 shots

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Sony Alpha DSLR-A100 and Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R and give them scores of 57 and 82 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Sony Alpha DSLR-A100

      Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R

      OVERALL
      57
      OVERALL
      82

      Sensor

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A100

      Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R

      GOOD
      70
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 10.2 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   DxO Overall Score - 61
      GOOD
      77
      •   Large Sensor
      •   High Resolution Sensor - 47.3 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   High DxO Overall Score - 100

      Photo

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A100

      Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R

      AVERAGE
      69
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 3.0 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/160 sec
      GOOD
      80
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/8000 sec
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) - 1/16000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 9.0 fps
      •   High Flash Sync Speed - 1/320 sec

      Video

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A100

      Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R

      BAD
      0
      •   Image Stabilization
      GOOD
      82
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   High Video Resolution - 3840 x 2160
      •   Unlimited Video Recording

      Focusing

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A100

      Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R

      AVERAGE
      69
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      GOOD
      84
      •   -6 EV Min AF Detection
      •   225 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A100

      Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R

      AVERAGE
      64
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.5"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Large Screen - 3.2"
      •   High Resolution Screen - 2,100k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 5,760k dot

      Connectivity

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A100

      Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R

      POOR
      40
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Built-in Microphone
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      EXCELLENT
      96
      •   High USB Speed
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Sony Alpha DSLR-A100

      Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R

      POOR
      41
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 638 g (1.41 lb / 22.50 oz)
      AVERAGE
      69
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Heavy - 1020 g (2.25 lb / 35.98 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 360 shots
      •   2 Storage Slots


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