Panasonic ZS40 vs Sony A7R IV

Here, we are evaluating the Panasonic ZS40 versus Sony A7R IV, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the ZS40 (18MP) and A7R IV (61MP) and the ZS40 (1/2.3") and A7R IV (Full frame) boast different sensor dimensions.

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The ZS40 was brought out 6 years before the A7R IV and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS40 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7R IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short summary of how the ZS40 scores against the A7R IV when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 & Sony Alpha A7R IV. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS40 Gallery & Sony A7R IV Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS40 provides exterior dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) and the Sony A7R IV has measurements of 129mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1") having a weight of 665 grams (1.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic ZS40 versus Sony A7R IV in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the ZS40 compared to the A7R IV.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS40 and A7R IV is 90 and 62 respectively.

Typically, its hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out specs. The photograph underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS40 and A7R IV.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The ZS40 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony A7R IV will produce more detail having its extra 43MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The older ZS40 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.