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Deciding between the Sony HDR CX405 and the Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R depends on your available space, storage capacity goals, and everyday usage style:
Designed for large households, bulk grocery shoppers, and long-term storage where total cubic feet is the highest priority.
Ideal for apartments, offices, dorms, or secondary kitchen use where space efficiency and neat organization are paramount.
| Specification | Sony HDR CX405 | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R |
|---|---|---|
| Photography Features | ||
| Continuous Shooting (upto-fps) | — | 9 |
| Bulb/Time Mode | — | Bulb |
| Flash Modes | No | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
| Maximum Shutter Speed (Sec) | 1/10000 | 1/8000 |
| External Flash | No | Yes |
| Minimum Shutter Speed (Sec) | 1/8 | 60 |
| Built-in Flash | No | No |
| Shutter Type | Smile Shutter | Electronic and Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter |
| Subject / Scene Modes | — | No |
| WB Bracketing | — | Yes |
| Manual Exposure Mode | — | Yes |
| AE Bracketing | — | Yes |
| Shutter Priority | — | Yes |
| Exposure Compensation | — | -5 to +5 EV (1/3 EV Steps) |
| Self-timer | 10 Second | 2/10-Second Delay |
| Aperture Priority | — | Yes |
| Sensors | ||
| Processor | Bionz | Venus Engine |
| Sensor Size | 1/5.8" | Full frame (36 x 24 mm) |
| 4K Video Recording | No | Yes |
| Sensor Photo Detectors (Mpx) | — | 50 |
| Effective Pixels (Mpx) | 2.29 | 47.3 |
| Aspect Ratio (W:H) | 4:3, 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 |
| Max Resolution | — | 8368 x 5584 |
| Waterprrof | — | — |
| Video/audio Features | ||
| Audio Recording Format | AAC-LC, Dolby Digital 2ch, LPCM | AAC Audio, 2-Channel AC-3 Audio, LPCM Audio |
| Interval Recording | — | Yes |
| Recording Resolutions | 1920 x 1080, 1440 x 1080, 1280 x 720 | 3840 x 2160, 1920 x 1080 |
| Video Format | XAVC S/AVCHD/MPEG4-AVC/H.264/MP4 | MPEG-4/H.264 |
| Speaker | — | Mono |
| Microphone Type | — | Stereo |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| Video System | NTSC | NTSC |
| Iso Sensitivity (photo) | ||
| Extended | — | 50-51200 |
| Auto Mode | — | 100-25600 |
| Connectivity | ||
| Microphone Port | — | Yes |
| USB Charging | Yes | Yes |
| USB Ports | USB Micro-B | USB Type-C (USB 3.2 / 3.1 Gen 1) |
| Others I/O | — | 2.5 mm Sub-Mini Control Input |
| PC Sync Socket | — | Yes |
| REMOTE CONTROL | — | Wired and Wireless |
| Bluetooth | No | Yes |
| WI-FI | Yes | Yes |
| Headphone Port | — | Yes |
| Optics & Focus | ||
| Focal Length | 1.9 to 57 mm | — |
| Manual Focus | Yes | Yes |
| View (Degree) | — | — |
| Normal Focus Point | — | — |
| Autofocus Sensitivity (EV) | — | -6 to +18 EV |
| Autofocus Points (Contrast Detaction) | — | 225 |
| Macro Focus Range | — | — |
| Autofocus Points (Phase Detaction) | — | — |
| Normal Focus Range | — | — |
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Minimum Aperture | — | — |
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.8 to 4 | — |
| Lens Mount | — | Leica L |
| Others | ||
| Orientation Sensor | — | Yes |
| Body Type | — | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Material Of Construction | — | Magnesium Alloy |
| Accessory Mount | — | 1 x Hot Shoe Mount |
| Tripod Mounting Thread | — | 1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom) |
| GPS | — | — |
| Timelapse Recording | — | — |
| Screen/viewfinder | ||
| Display Type | Articulated LCD | Titling Articulated LCD |
| Viewfinder Magnification | — | 0.78x |
| Viewfinder Coverage (%) | — | 100 |
| Viewfinder Type | — | Built-In Electronic |
| Live View | Yes | Yes |
| Screen Type | — | TFT LCD |
| Diopter Adjustment | — | -4 to +2 |
| Touch Screen | — | Yes |
| Eye Point (mm) | — | 21 mm |
| Screen Resolution Dots | 92000 | 2100000 |
| Viewfinder Size (Inch) | — | — |
| Screen Size (Inch) | 2.7 | 3.2 |
| Viewfinder Resolution Dots | — | 5760000 |
| Physical | ||
| Battery Capacity | — | 3100 mAh |
| Battery Life (CIPA) | — | 360 |
| Battery | Rechargeable Lithium-Ion | DMW-BLJ31 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion |
| Weight (Pounds) | 2.94 | 1 |
| Dimensions | 16.4 x 8.4 x 6.9 | 8 x 8 x 6 |
| Image | ||
| Bit Depth | 16 | — |
| Image File Format | JPEG | JPEG, Raw |
| Image Stabilization | Optical | Sensor-Shift, 5-Axis |
| Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
| White Balance Presets | — | 5 |
| Storage | ||
| Storage Types | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC/Memory Stick Micro | Slot 1: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) Slot 2: CFexpress Type B / XQD |
| Iso Sensitivity (video) | ||
| Manual Mode | — | — |
| Auto Mode | — | 100-25600 |
The main differences center around storage capacity, form factor, and convenience. The Sony HDR CX405 provides extensive bulk storage capacity best suited for homes, garages, or basements needing deep freeze space. In contrast, the Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R offers a compact upright design that fits into smaller spaces with convenient shelf organization.
Chest-style freezers generally excel in thermal efficiency because cold air naturally settles at the bottom and does not escape when the lid is lifted. Compact upright models have lower total kilowatt-hour usage simply due to their smaller cubic volume, making both designs efficient for their respective intended purposes.
Both products are available through official brand stores and authorized retailers with full manufacturer warranties and fast delivery options. Click the "Check Best Price" buttons in the comparison cards above to view today's latest promotions, official deals, and current availability.
Measure your available floor clearance first. If you have open space in a garage, basement, or utility room and want to freeze items in bulk, choose the Sony HDR CX405. If you have limited room in a kitchen, apartment, dorm, or office and prefer easy eye-level access to items, choose the Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R.