Sony A7R IV vs Sony WX5

Here is a complete comparison of the Sony A7R IV vs Sony WX5, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both manufactured by Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the A7R IV (61MP) and WX5 (12MP) and the A7R IV (Full frame) and WX5 (1/2.3") offer different sensor measurements.

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The A7R IV was announced 9 years later than the WX5 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony A7R IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX5 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the A7R IV grades versus the WX5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha A7R IV and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony A7R IV Gallery and Sony WX5 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Sony A7R IV comes with exterior measurements of 129mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1") having a weight of 665 grams (1.47 lbs) while the Sony WX5 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

Check the Sony A7R IV vs Sony WX5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the A7R IV against the WX5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A7R IV and WX5 is 62 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing only by reading technical specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the A7R IV and WX5.

As you have seen, each of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The A7R IV having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Sony A7R IV will offer greater detail with its extra 49MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The younger A7R IV should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.