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SENSOR Effective pixels: 42 megapixels
SENSOR Max resolution: 7952 x 5304
SENSOR Sensor size: Full frame (35.9 x 24 mm)
SENSOR Sensor photo detectors: 44 megapixels
IMAGE ISO: Auto, 100-25600 (expands to 50-102400)
IMAGE White balance presets: 10
IMAGE Image stabilization: Sensor-shift
PHOTOGRAPHY FEATURES Subject / scene modes: Yes
SCREEN / VIEWFINDER Screen dots: 1,228,800
OPTICS & FOCUS Number of focus points: 399
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PHOTOGRAPHY FEATURES Minimum shutter speed: 60 sec
PHOTOGRAPHY FEATURES Built-in flash: Yes
PHOTOGRAPHY FEATURES Continuous drive: 12.0 fps
SCREEN / VIEWFINDER Articulated LCD: Fully articulated
SCREEN / VIEWFINDER Touch screen: Yes
VIDEOGRAPHY FEATURES Resolutions: 4096 x 2160 (24p), 3840 x 2160 (24p, 25p, 30p), 1920 x 1080 (24p, 25p, 30p, 50p, 60p), 1280 x 720 (24p, 25p, 30p), 640 x 480 (25p, 30p)
PHYSICAL Weight (inc. batteries): 560 g (1.23 lb / 19.75 oz)
PHYSICAL Battery Life (CIPA): 500
Summary
The Alpha 7R II maximum resolution of 7952 x 5304 pixels (42 megapixels) is better in comparison with the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 maximum resolution of 4608 x 3456 pixels (16 megapixels). The Alpha 7R II has larger sensor compared to the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4: Full frame (35.9 x 24 mm) versus Four Thirds (17.3 x 13 mm). It is the most significant difference between these models because big sensor allows the camera owner to shoot pictures of the more professional quality. The Alpha 7R II has a wider ISO range of 100-25600 in compare with 200-25600 ISO range of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4. This ISO numbers allow the photographer to shoot good quality pictures in low light conditions. The Alpha 7R II offers more presets of white balance - 10. This specification gives the camera owner more control over colour. The Alpha 7R II provides image stabilization that will help the photographer to shoot sharp photos indoors without using a tripod. The Alpha 7R II has more focus points in compare with the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4: 399 vs 49. More number of focus points means more convenience when attempting to focus on objects which are not centred.
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 is produced with articulated:articulated display which will allow the camera owner to capture photos from any interesting perspective. The Alpha 7R II display is better as it offers more screen dots 1,228,800 in comparison to 1,036,000 dots of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 screen. The higher dot count display is better for reviewing photos on your camera. The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 has a touch screen. The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 provides better lowest (60 seconds) and highest (1/8000 second) shutter speeds.
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 has built-in flash. The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 battery life is better in compare to the Alpha 7R II battery life. According to CIPA standards the photographer will be able to capture 500 shots with the Lumix DMC-GH4 and only 290 with the Alpha 7R II. The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 weighs 560g that is 65g lighter in comparison with the weight of the Alpha 7R II.
Taking into account the above-mentioned differences the Sony Alpha 7R II becomes the best buy. Check the lowest price on Amazon