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Sony A7 IV · standard — full-frame · 2021
Sony

Sony A7 IV · standard

full-frame · 2021

92
/ 100
From $2,498
VS
Sony A7R V wins by 1
Sony A7R V — full-frame · 2022
Sony

Sony A7R V

full-frame · 2022

93
/ 100
From $3,898
Specdex verdict

Sony A7R V takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Sony A7 IV · standard lands at 92 and Sony A7R V at 93. That puts Sony A7R V ahead by 1 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Sony A7 IV · standard if…

  • ✓Current-gen AF system
  • ✓Proven lens ecosystem
  • ✓Strong video + stills balance

Pick Sony A7R V if…

  • ✓Current-gen AF system
  • ✓Proven lens ecosystem
  • ✓Strong video + stills balance
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Photo

Tie

Compared on the photo sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Autofocus

Tie

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Video

Tie

Compared on the video sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Sony A7 IV · standard

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Sony A7 IV · standard more score per dollar ($2,498 vs $3,898).

Sony A7 IV · standard 92
vs
93 Sony A7R V

Score breakdown

Sony A7 IV · standard
92
photo 92
video 88
autofocus 90
ergonomics 86
Sony A7R V
93
photo 93
video 89
autofocus 91
ergonomics 86

Specs side-by-side

Sony A7 IV · standard versus Sony A7R V — full spec comparison
Spec Sony A7 IV · standard Sony A7R V
Format
full-frame
full-frame
Release year
2021
2022

Sony A7 IV · standard

Pros
  • +Current-gen AF system
  • +Proven lens ecosystem
  • +Strong video + stills balance
Cons
  • −Body price excludes lens
  • −Heavy for travel (flagship)
  • −Learning curve on menus

Sony A7R V

Pros
  • +Current-gen AF system
  • +Proven lens ecosystem
  • +Strong video + stills balance
Cons
  • −Body price excludes lens
  • −Heavy for travel (flagship)
  • −Learning curve on menus

FAQ: Sony A7 IV · standard vs Sony A7R V

Which is better, Sony A7 IV · standard or Sony A7R V? +

Sony A7R V scores 93 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 1. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Sony A7 IV · standard worth the price? +

At $2,498, Sony A7 IV · standard delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in photo.

Is Sony A7R V worth the price? +

At $3,898, Sony A7R V delivers a Specdex score of 93 — strongest in photo.

Does Sony A7 IV · standard or Sony A7R V last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is the better value, Sony A7 IV · standard or Sony A7R V? +

Sony A7 IV · standard — more score per dollar ($2,498 vs $3,898). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.