Sony A7R IV vs Sony TX66

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Sony A7R IV vs Sony TX66, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact and both are created by Sony. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the A7R IV (61MP) and TX66 (18MP) and the A7R IV (Full frame) and TX66 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The A7R IV was brought out 7 years later than the TX66 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Sony A7R IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX66 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the A7R IV grades against the TX66 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha A7R IV and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony A7R IV Gallery and Sony TX66 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony A7R IV features 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) and the Sony TX66 has measurements of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") accompanied by a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

Look at the Sony A7R IV vs Sony TX66 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the A7R IV and the TX66.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A7R IV and TX66 is 62 and 97 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements purely by going over technical specs. The visual here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the A7R IV and TX66.

As you have seen, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The A7R IV featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Sony A7R IV will offer you extra detail having its extra 43 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher A7R IV is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.