Olympus SZ-11 vs Sony A7R IV

Here, we are analyzing the Olympus SZ-11 and Sony A7R IV, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the SZ-11 (14MP) and A7R IV (61MP) and the SZ-11 (1/2.3") and A7R IV (Full frame) boast different sensor size.

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The SZ-11 was announced 9 years prior to the A7R IV and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SZ-11 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7R IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SZ-11 grades versus the A7R IV when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-11 & Sony Alpha A7R IV. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-11 Gallery & Sony A7R IV Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-11 has exterior dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) whilst the Sony A7R IV has proportions of 129mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 665 grams (1.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus SZ-11 and Sony A7R IV in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the SZ-11 compared to the A7R IV.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-11 and A7R IV is 89 and 62 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements purely by checking technical specs. The graphic underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-11 and A7R IV.

As you have seen, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The SZ-11 using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sony A7R IV will give you greater detail with its extra 47 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The older SZ-11 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.