Sony A7R IV vs Sony A580

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Sony A7R IV versus Sony A580, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and both are sold by Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the A7R IV (61MP) and A580 (16MP) and the A7R IV (Full frame) and A580 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor size.

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The A7R IV was released 8 years after the A580 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Sony A7R IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A580 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the A7R IV matches up against the A580 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha A7R IV and Sony Alpha DSLR-A580. The complete galleries are provided at Sony A7R IV Gallery and Sony A580 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Sony A7R IV enjoys external dimensions of 129mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1") having a weight of 665 grams (1.47 lbs) while the Sony A580 has sizing of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") and a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony A7R IV versus Sony A580 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the A7R IV compared to the A580.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the A7R IV and A580 is 62 and 64 respectively.

Often, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by looking through specifications. The image underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the A7R IV and A580.

To sum up, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The A7R IV because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Sony A7R IV will provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 45 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher A7R IV is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.