Panasonic FH1 vs Sony A7R IV

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic FH1 and Sony A7R IV, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the FH1 (12MP) and A7R IV (61MP) and the FH1 (1/2.3") and A7R IV (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The FH1 was brought out 10 years prior to the A7R IV which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH1 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7R IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the FH1 scores against the A7R IV with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 & Sony Alpha A7R IV. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH1 Gallery & Sony A7R IV Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH1 offers physical dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) while 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).

Check the Panasonic FH1 and Sony A7R IV in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the FH1 against the A7R IV.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH1 and A7R IV is 95 and 62 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The pic below might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH1 and A7R IV.

As you have seen, both cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FH1 because of its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh more challenging and the Sony A7R IV will give extra detail having its extra 49MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FH1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.