Panasonic FZ200 vs Sony A7R

Here, we are comparing the Panasonic FZ200 vs Sony A7R, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the FZ200 (12MP) and A7R (36MP) and the FZ200 (1/2.3") and A7R (Full frame) provide different sensor size.

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The FZ200 was introduced 19 months before the A7R making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A7R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a concise summation of how the FZ200 matches up vs the A7R in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 and Sony Alpha A7R. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ200 Gallery and Sony A7R Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ200 provides physical measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") having a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) whilst the Sony A7R has dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") having a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FZ200 vs Sony A7R in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the FZ200 versus the A7R.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ200 and A7R is 65 and 78 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements purely by viewing specifications. The graphic underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ200 and A7R.

To sum up, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The FZ200 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Sony A7R will render more detail using its extra 24MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The older FZ200 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.