Panasonic
Lumix ZS99
Pocket travel zoom with 20.3MP 1/2.3-inch sensor, 30x 24–720mm Leica lens, 4K30 video, 5-axis O.I.S., tilting touchscreen, and USB-C — successor to ZS80 without EVF.
$500
Launch priceReleased Feb 2025
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 ZS99 is 3.3 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix ZS99
Wins
Alpha 7 IV
1 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 AF points / zones (759 vs 49)
- BAlpha 7 IV has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 6,400)
- 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 ZS99
112 × 68 × 43 mm
322 g (0.71 lb / 11.36 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 ZS99 is 19mm narrower, 29mm shorter, and 37mm thinner than Alpha 7 IV.
Lumix ZS99 is 336 g lighter than Alpha 7 IV.
Depth (front-to-back): 43mm Lumix ZS99 · 80mm Alpha 7 IV
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Lumix ZS99
112 × 68 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 ZS99
112 × 43 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Alpha 7 IV
131 × 80 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix ZS99
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 ZS99: 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 ZS99
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 112, 67.8, 43.1
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Burst (electronic)
30 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
Weight
322 g vs 658 g — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye
Codecs
Adds MP4
ISO min (native)
80 vs 100 — lower is better
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 94 % — higher 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
AF points / zones
759 vs 49 — higher is better
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 6,400 — 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
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix ZS99
Pros
- ✓30x 24–720mm Leica zoom in pocket body
- ✓4K video + 4K Photo at 30fps
- ✓5-axis HYBRID O.I.S.+
- ✓1.84M-dot tilting touchscreen
- ✓USB-C charging + Wi-Fi/Bluetooth 5.0
Cons
- –No built-in EVF (vs ZS80)
- –Small 1/2.3-inch sensor
- –Slow variable aperture (f/3.3–6.4)
- –Limited low-light performance
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 ZS99 and Alpha 7 IV at major authorized retailers.
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Lumix ZS99 or Alpha 7 IV?
Alpha 7 IV scores 7.5/10 versus 0.0/10 for Lumix ZS99 — 33MP — ample resolution.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix ZS99 and Alpha 7 IV?
Lumix ZS99 is 20.3 MP and Alpha 7 IV is 33 MP, so the Alpha 7 IV captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix ZS99 and Alpha 7 IV have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix ZS99 does not have IBIS, while Alpha 7 IV has 5.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix ZS99 or the Alpha 7 IV?
Lumix ZS99 reaches 30 fps electronic. Alpha 7 IV reaches 10 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix ZS99 and Alpha 7 IV?
Lumix ZS99 weighs 322 g and Alpha 7 IV weighs 658 g, so the Lumix ZS99 is 336 g lighter.
Do the Lumix ZS99 and Alpha 7 IV record 4K video?
Lumix ZS99: 4K up to 30p. Alpha 7 IV: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Lumix ZS99 and Alpha 7 IV weather sealed?
Lumix ZS99: No. Alpha 7 IV: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 380 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix ZS99 and 580 shots for the Alpha 7 IV, giving the Alpha 7 IV the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix ZS99 launched at $500 and Alpha 7 IV at $2,499. The Lumix ZS99 is $1,999 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.