Pentax E85 vs Sony A7R IV

Let's examine more in depth at the Pentax E85 versus Sony A7R IV, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Pentax and Sony. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the E85 (12MP) and A7R IV (61MP) and the E85 (1/2.3") and A7R IV (Full frame) use different sensor sizing.

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The E85 was brought out 10 years earlier than the A7R IV and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Pentax E85 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7R IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a short highlight of how the E85 scores vs the A7R IV in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio E85 and Sony Alpha A7R IV. The entire galleries are available at Pentax E85 Gallery and Sony A7R IV Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax E85 features physical dimensions of 93mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Sony A7R IV has proportions of 129mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1") and a weight of 665 grams (1.47 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax E85 versus Sony A7R IV in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the E85 versus the A7R IV.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the E85 and A7R IV is 95 and 62 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing specs. The visual underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the E85 and A7R IV.

All in all, each of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The E85 because of its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sony A7R IV will result in more detail having its extra 49MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The older E85 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.