Sony A7R IV vs Sony HX5

The following is a complete overview of the Sony A7R IV and Sony HX5, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are designed by Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the A7R IV (61MP) and HX5 (10MP) and the A7R IV (Full frame) and HX5 (1/2.4") provide different sensor size.

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The A7R IV was unveiled 9 years after the HX5 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sony A7R IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX5 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the A7R IV scores versus the HX5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha A7R IV & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5. The full galleries are available at Sony A7R IV Gallery & Sony HX5 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Sony A7R IV has got outer measurements of 129mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1") and a weight of 665 grams (1.47 lbs) whilst the Sony HX5 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the A7R IV versus the HX5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the A7R IV and HX5 is 62 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specs. The image below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the A7R IV and HX5.

All in all, both the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The A7R IV with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony A7R IV will deliver greater detail having an extra 51 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos more aggressively. The more modern A7R IV should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.