Sony A7R vs Sony A7R IV

The following is a in-depth analysis of the Sony A7R vs Sony A7R IV, both Pro Mirrorless cameras and they are both offered by Sony. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the A7R (36MP) and A7R IV (61MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (Full frame).

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The A7R was manufactured 6 years before the A7R IV which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the A7R scores against the A7R IV in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha A7R and Sony Alpha A7R IV. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony A7R Gallery and Sony A7R IV Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and size. The Sony A7R enjoys outside measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") with a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs) and the Sony A7R IV has specifications of 129mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 665 grams (1.47 lbs).

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

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the A7R against the A7R IV.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the A7R and A7R IV is 78 and 62 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The picture underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the A7R and A7R IV.

To sum up, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Sony A7R IV to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 25 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged A7R will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.