Leica M-Monochrom vs Sony A7R IV

On this page, we will be looking at the Leica M-Monochrom and Sony A7R IV, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Leica and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the M-Monochrom (18MP) and A7R IV (61MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The M-Monochrom was launched 8 years prior to the A7R IV which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Leica M-Monochrom being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7R IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the M-Monochrom scores against the A7R IV for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica M-Monochrom & Sony Alpha A7R IV. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica M-Monochrom Gallery & Sony A7R IV Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Leica M-Monochrom comes with exterior measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Sony A7R IV has specifications of 129mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 665 grams (1.47 lbs).

Analyze the Leica M-Monochrom and Sony A7R IV in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the M-Monochrom versus the A7R IV.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the M-Monochrom and A7R IV is 78 and 62 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking a spec sheet. The pic here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the M-Monochrom and A7R IV.

As you can see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Sony A7R IV to give you more detail utilizing its extra 43 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged M-Monochrom is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.