Sony A7R IV vs Sony H55

Below, we are comparing the Sony A7R IV and Sony H55, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both created by Sony. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the A7R IV (61MP) and H55 (14MP) and the A7R IV (Full frame) and H55 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The A7R IV was announced 9 years later than the H55 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Sony A7R IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony H55 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the A7R IV matches up against the H55 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha A7R IV and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony A7R IV Gallery and Sony H55 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Sony A7R IV comes with external dimensions of 129mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1") along with a weight of 665 grams (1.47 lbs) while the Sony H55 has measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the A7R IV versus the H55.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A7R IV and H55 is 62 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading through technical specs. The photograph here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the A7R IV and H55.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The A7R IV having a larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony A7R IV will give greater detail with its extra 47MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The fresher A7R IV will have an edge in sensor technology.