Panasonic ZR1 vs Sony A7R III

On this page, we will be matching up the Panasonic ZR1 versus Sony A7R III, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the ZR1 (12MP) and A7R III (42MP) and the ZR1 (1/2.3") and A7R III (Full frame) boast different sensor dimensions.

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The ZR1 was released 9 years prior to the A7R III and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic ZR1 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7R III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the ZR1 matches up against the A7R III with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 & Sony Alpha A7R III. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic ZR1 Gallery & Sony A7R III Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZR1 enjoys outer dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Sony A7R III has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic ZR1 versus Sony A7R III in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the ZR1 vs the A7R III.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZR1 and A7R III is 94 and 63 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZR1 and A7R III.

Clearly, both of those cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The ZR1 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony A7R III will give you extra detail as a result of its extra 30MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older ZR1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.