Panasonic
LUMIX FZ80D
60x superzoom bridge with 18.1MP 1/2.3-inch sensor, 20–1200mm f/2.8–5.9 Leica lens, 4K video, 2.36M-dot EVF, USB-C, and POWER O.I.S.
$478
Launch priceReleased Dec 2024
Sony
Alpha 7 IV
33MP hybrid all-rounder with 10-bit 4K 60p and AI-powered subject tracking.
$2,499
Launch priceReleased Oct 2021
LUMIX FZ80D is 3.2 years newer.
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Wins
LUMIX FZ80D
Wins
Alpha 7 IV
2 categories tied
Which would you choose?
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 10 frames)
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 3,200)
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 49)
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 100 Mbps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareLUMIX FZ80D
130 × 94 × 125 mm
640 g (1.41 lb / 22.58 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 7 IV
131 × 96 × 80 mm
658 g (1.45 lb / 23.21 oz)
LUMIX FZ80D is 1mm narrower and 2mm shorter than Alpha 7 IV but it is also 45mm thicker.
LUMIX FZ80D is 18 g lighter than Alpha 7 IV.
Depth (front-to-back): 125mm LUMIX FZ80D · 80mm Alpha 7 IV
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
LUMIX FZ80D
130 × 94 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7 IV
131 × 96 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
LUMIX FZ80D
130 × 125 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7 IV
131 × 80 mm
Sensor size, to scale
LUMIX FZ80D
6.17 × 4.55 mm · Compact
28 mm² area
Alpha 7 IV
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
30.6× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
LUMIX FZ80D: 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 FZ80D
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 130.2, 94.3, 125.2
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I U3
Codecs
Adds MP4, AVCHD
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye
ISO min (native)
80 vs 100 — lower is better
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 94 % — higher is better
Weight
640 g vs 658 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7 IV
AF low-light limit
-4 EV vs -3 EV — lower is better
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 10 frames — higher is better
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 3,200 — higher is better
AF points / zones
759 vs 49 — higher is better
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 100 Mbps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (mechanical) — Both 10 fps
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 10 fps
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
LUMIX FZ80D
Pros
- ✓60x 20–1200mm equivalent reach
- ✓Wide f/2.8 at wide end
- ✓2.36M-dot OLED EVF + 1.84M-dot touchscreen
- ✓4K video + 4K Photo
- ✓USB-C charging
Cons
- –Small 1/2.3-inch sensor
- –Bulky bridge body (~640 g)
- –No mic/headphone jacks
- –Contrast-detect AF only
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
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the LUMIX FZ80D and Alpha 7 IV at major authorized retailers.
Panasonic LUMIX FZ80D
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, LUMIX FZ80D or Alpha 7 IV?
Alpha 7 IV scores 7.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for LUMIX FZ80D — 33MP — ample resolution.
What's the resolution difference between the LUMIX FZ80D and Alpha 7 IV?
LUMIX FZ80D is 18.1 MP and Alpha 7 IV is 33 MP, so the Alpha 7 IV captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the LUMIX FZ80D and Alpha 7 IV have in-body image stabilization?
LUMIX FZ80D does not have IBIS, while Alpha 7 IV has 5.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the LUMIX FZ80D or the Alpha 7 IV?
LUMIX FZ80D reaches 10 fps electronic. Alpha 7 IV reaches 10 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the LUMIX FZ80D and Alpha 7 IV?
LUMIX FZ80D weighs 640 g and Alpha 7 IV weighs 658 g, so the LUMIX FZ80D is 18 g lighter.
Do the LUMIX FZ80D and Alpha 7 IV record 4K video?
LUMIX FZ80D: 4K up to 30p. Alpha 7 IV: 4K up to 60p.
Are the LUMIX FZ80D and Alpha 7 IV weather sealed?
LUMIX FZ80D: No. Alpha 7 IV: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 330 shots (CIPA) for the LUMIX FZ80D and 580 shots for the Alpha 7 IV, giving the Alpha 7 IV the edge.
How much does each cost?
LUMIX FZ80D launched at $478 and Alpha 7 IV at $2,499. The LUMIX FZ80D is $2,021 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic and Sony press materials.