Panasonic
Lumix FZ2500
1-inch bridge camera with 20x Leica zoom, built-in ND filter, and advanced 4K video tools.
$1,199
Released Sep 2016
Sony
Alpha 7 IV
33MP hybrid all-rounder with 10-bit 4K 60p and AI-powered subject tracking.
$2,499
Released Oct 2021
Alpha 7 IV is 5.1 years newer.
Wins
Lumix FZ2500
Wins
Alpha 7 IV
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TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher IBIS effectiveness (5.5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher RAW buffer depth (828 frames vs 20 frames)
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 49)
- ALumix FZ2500 has higher Burst (electronic) (50 fps vs 10 fps)
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 12,800)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Lumix FZ2500
138 × 102 × 135 mm
966 g (2.13 lb / 34.07 oz)
Alpha 7 IV
131 × 96 × 80 mm
658 g (1.45 lb / 23.21 oz)
Lumix FZ2500 is 6mm wider, 6mm taller, and 55mm thicker than Alpha 7 IV.
Lumix FZ2500 is 308 g heavier than Alpha 7 IV.
Depth (front-to-back): 135mm Lumix FZ2500 · 80mm Alpha 7 IV
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix FZ2500
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1-inch
116 mm² area
Alpha 7 IV
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
7.4× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Lumix FZ2500: mount data unavailable
Alpha 7 IV
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
Lumix FZ2500
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 137.6, 101.9, 134.7
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Burst (electronic)
50 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds MOV, MP4, AVCHD
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 94 % — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7 IV
IBIS effectiveness
5.5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 131.3, 96.4, 79.8
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SD UHS-II
RAW buffer depth
828 frames vs 20 frames — higher is better
AF points / zones
759 vs 49 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Insect, Car/Train…
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Microphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support microphone jack (3.5mm)
- ✓Headphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support headphone jack (3.5mm)
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix FZ2500
Pros
- ✓20x 26-520mm equivalent zoom
- ✓Built-in ND filter
- ✓Strong 4K video
- ✓Mic and headphone jacks
Cons
- –Large bridge body
- –1-inch sensor
- –Older AF
Alpha 7 IV
Pros
- ✓33MP — more detail for cropping and print
- ✓10-bit 4K 60p (Super35 crop) / 4K 30p full-frame
- ✓Full-size HDMI port
- ✓759 phase-detect AF points
Cons
- –4K 60p requires Super35 crop
- –10fps burst lags behind R6 II at 40fps
- –Complex menu system
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Panasonic Lumix FZ2500
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Lumix FZ2500 or Alpha 7 IV?
Alpha 7 IV scores 7.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for Lumix FZ2500 — 33MP — ample resolution.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix FZ2500 and Alpha 7 IV?
Lumix FZ2500 is 20.1 MP and Alpha 7 IV is 33 MP, so the Alpha 7 IV captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix FZ2500 and Alpha 7 IV have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix FZ2500 does not have IBIS, while alpha 7 IV has 5.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix FZ2500 or the Alpha 7 IV?
Lumix FZ2500 reaches 50 fps electronic. Alpha 7 IV reaches 10 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix FZ2500 and Alpha 7 IV?
Lumix FZ2500 weighs 966 g and Alpha 7 IV weighs 658 g, so the Alpha 7 IV is 308 g lighter.
Do the Lumix FZ2500 and Alpha 7 IV record 4K video?
Lumix FZ2500: 4K up to 30p. Alpha 7 IV: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Lumix FZ2500 and Alpha 7 IV weather sealed?
Lumix FZ2500: No. Alpha 7 IV: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 350 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix FZ2500 and 580 shots for the Alpha 7 IV, giving the Alpha 7 IV the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix FZ2500 launched at $1,199 and Alpha 7 IV at $2,499. The Lumix FZ2500 is $1,300 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic and Sony press materials.