Sony A7R IV vs Sony WX220

In this article, we are contrasting the Sony A7R IV vs Sony WX220, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact and they are both offered by Sony. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the A7R IV (61MP) and WX220 (18MP) and the A7R IV (Full frame) and WX220 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizes.

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The A7R IV was unveiled 5 years after the WX220 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sony A7R IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX220 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the A7R IV grades versus the WX220 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha A7R IV and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The full galleries are viewable at Sony A7R IV Gallery and Sony WX220 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony A7R IV features exterior dimensions of 129mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 665 grams (1.47 lbs) whilst the Sony WX220 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Examine the Sony A7R IV vs Sony WX220 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the A7R IV compared to the WX220.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A7R IV and WX220 is 62 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by researching specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A7R IV and WX220.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The A7R IV having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Sony A7R IV will provide you with more detail having an extra 43 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent A7R IV should have a benefit in sensor innovation.