Panasonic FZ200 vs Sony A7R III

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Panasonic FZ200 vs Sony A7R III, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the FZ200 (12MP) and A7R III (42MP) and the FZ200 (1/2.3") and A7R III (Full frame) provide different sensor measurements.

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The FZ200 was launched 6 years before the A7R III and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony A7R III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the FZ200 grades against the A7R III with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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

If you are going to carry your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ200 has got outside measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") with a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) whilst the Sony A7R III has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FZ200 vs Sony A7R III in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the FZ200 compared to the A7R III.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ200 and A7R III is 65 and 63 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by viewing specs. The photograph below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ200 and A7R III.

All in all, both of those cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FZ200 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony A7R III will provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 30MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics more aggressively. The older FZ200 will be behind in sensor innovation.