Sony A7R IV vs Sony W620

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Sony A7R IV vs Sony W620, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both offered by Sony. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the A7R IV (61MP) and W620 (14MP) and the A7R IV (Full frame) and W620 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizing.

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The A7R IV was launched 7 years later than the W620 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony A7R IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W620 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the A7R IV scores vs the W620 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha A7R IV and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W620. The complete galleries are available at Sony A7R IV Gallery and Sony W620 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Sony A7R IV features outside dimensions of 129mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1") having a weight of 665 grams (1.47 lbs) and the Sony W620 has measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Sony A7R IV vs Sony W620 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the A7R IV versus the W620.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the A7R IV and W620 is 62 and 96 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements purely by going over specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A7R IV and W620.

All in all, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The A7R IV because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Sony A7R IV will offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 47MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent A7R IV provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.