Panasonic ZS45 vs Sony A7R IV

Here is a extensive review of the Panasonic ZS45 and Sony A7R IV, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the ZS45 (16MP) and A7R IV (61MP) and the ZS45 (1/2.3") and A7R IV (Full frame) offer different sensor sizing.

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The ZS45 was brought out 5 years prior to the A7R IV and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic ZS45 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7R IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the ZS45 matches up against the A7R IV when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45 & Sony Alpha A7R IV. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic ZS45 Gallery & Sony A7R IV Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera often, you should factor its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS45 comes with physical measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sony A7R IV has specifications of 129mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 665 grams (1.47 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the ZS45 and the A7R IV.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS45 and A7R IV is 91 and 62 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS45 and A7R IV.

As you can see, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The ZS45 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the Sony A7R IV will deliver extra detail having its extra 45MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older ZS45 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.