Panasonic G95 vs Sony A7R
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Panasonic G95 vs Sony A7R Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20.3MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 536g - 130 x 94 x 77mm
- Revealed April 2019
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-G90
- Replaced the Panasonic G85
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 465g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Launched February 2014
- Updated by Sony A7R II

Panasonic G95 vs Sony A7R Overview
Here, we are comparing the Panasonic G95 and Sony A7R, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the G95 (20.3MP) and A7R (36MP) and the G95 (Four Thirds) and A7R (Full frame) boast totally different sensor sizing.

The G95 was revealed 5 years after the A7R which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the G95 grades vs the A7R with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic G95 vs Sony A7R Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G95 and Sony Alpha A7R. The full galleries are available at Panasonic G95 Gallery and Sony A7R Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic G95 over the Sony A7R
G95 | A7R | |||
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Launched | April 2019 | ![]() | February 2014 | Newer by 63 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Display resolution | 1240k | ![]() | 1230k | Sharper display (+10k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A7R over the Panasonic G95
A7R | G95 |
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Common features in the Panasonic G95 and Sony A7R
G95 | A7R | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurement |
Panasonic G95 vs Sony A7R Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic G95 features outer dimensions of 130mm x 94mm x 77mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.0") with a weight of 536 grams (1.18 lbs) and the Sony A7R has specifications of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") along with a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic G95 and Sony A7R in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the G95 versus the A7R.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the G95 and A7R is 67 and 78 respectively.

Panasonic G95 vs Sony A7R Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by viewing specifications. The pic underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the G95 and A7R.
To sum up, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G95 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sony A7R will render extra detail because of its extra 15.7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent G95 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.

Panasonic G95 vs Sony A7R Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic G95 vs Sony A7R Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G95 | Sony Alpha A7R | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G95 | Sony Alpha A7R |
Also called | Lumix DMC-G90 | - |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2019-04-05 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20.3 megapixels | 36 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 7360 x 4912 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Sony E |
Total lenses | 107 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,240 thousand dots | 1,230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | 2,359 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Maximum silent shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.40 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 536g (1.18 lb) | 465g (1.03 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 130 x 94 x 77mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.0") | 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 95 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 25.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 2746 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 290 images | 340 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 10 secs x 3 shots) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $998 | $1,898 |