Panasonic FZ28 vs Sony A7R III

Let's examine more in depth at the Panasonic FZ28 versus Sony A7R III, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the FZ28 (10MP) and A7R III (42MP) and the FZ28 (1/2.3") and A7R III (Full frame) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The FZ28 was revealed 9 years earlier than the A7R III and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ28 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7R III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the FZ28 scores versus the A7R III in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 and Sony Alpha A7R III. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ28 Gallery and Sony A7R III Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ28 enjoys outer dimensions of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs) while the Sony A7R III has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FZ28 versus Sony A7R III in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the FZ28 vs the A7R III.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ28 and A7R III is 72 and 63 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ28 and A7R III.

As you can tell, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The FZ28 using its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Sony A7R III will render more detail because of its extra 32MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older FZ28 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.