Pentax KP vs Sony A7R IV

Let's examine more in depth at the Pentax KP versus Sony A7R IV, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Pentax and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the KP (24MP) and A7R IV (61MP) and the KP (APS-C) and A7R IV (Full frame) feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The KP was unveiled 3 years prior to the A7R IV which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Pentax KP being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A7R IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the KP grades vs the A7R IV in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax KP and Sony Alpha A7R IV. The full galleries are viewable at Pentax KP Gallery and Sony A7R IV Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Pentax KP has outside dimensions of 132mm x 101mm x 76mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 703 grams (1.55 lbs) and the Sony A7R IV has dimensions 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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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the KP and the A7R IV.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the KP and A7R IV is 61 and 62 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor sizes purely by going through specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the KP and A7R IV.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The KP with its smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF harder and the Sony A7R IV will provide greater detail having an extra 37 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged KP will be behind with regard to sensor tech.