Olympus VR-320 vs Sony A7R IV

The following is a detailed comparison of the Olympus VR-320 vs Sony A7R IV, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the VR-320 (14MP) and A7R IV (61MP) and the VR-320 (1/2.3") and A7R IV (Full frame) feature different sensor sizing.

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The VR-320 was released 9 years before the A7R IV which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Olympus VR-320 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7R IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the VR-320 matches up against the A7R IV when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VR-320 & Sony Alpha A7R IV. The complete galleries are available at Olympus VR-320 Gallery & Sony A7R IV Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Olympus VR-320 has outer measurements of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony A7R IV has proportions of 129mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1") and a weight of 665 grams (1.47 lbs).

Look at the Olympus VR-320 vs Sony A7R IV in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the VR-320 versus the A7R IV.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the VR-320 and A7R IV is 94 and 62 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by checking a spec sheet. The pic here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the VR-320 and A7R IV.

Clearly, both of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The VR-320 due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Sony A7R IV will resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 47 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged VR-320 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.