Samsung TL500 vs Sony A7R IV

Lets look much closer at the Samsung TL500 versus Sony A7R IV, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the TL500 (10MP) and A7R IV (61MP) and the TL500 (1/1.7") and A7R IV (Full frame) possess different sensor measurements.

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The TL500 was launched 10 years before the A7R IV and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung TL500 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7R IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a full comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the TL500 matches up against the A7R IV when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung TL500 and Sony Alpha A7R IV. The complete galleries are provided at Samsung TL500 Gallery and Sony A7R IV Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung TL500 comes with outer measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 386 grams (0.85 lbs) whilst the Sony A7R IV has sizing of 129mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 665 grams (1.47 lbs).

Check the Samsung TL500 versus Sony A7R IV in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the TL500 against the A7R IV.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TL500 and A7R IV is 88 and 62 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing specifications. The photograph here may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TL500 and A7R IV.

To sum up, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The TL500 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony A7R IV will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 51MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older TL500 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.