Samsung CL5 vs Sony A7R III

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Samsung CL5 versus Sony A7R III, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the CL5 (9MP) and A7R III (42MP) and the CL5 (1/2.5") and A7R III (Full frame) use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The CL5 was revealed 9 years before the A7R III which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung CL5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A7R III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the CL5 grades vs the A7R III with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung CL5 & Sony Alpha A7R III. The full galleries are provided at Samsung CL5 Gallery & Sony A7R III Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Samsung CL5 has physical dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Sony A7R III has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") having a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the CL5 and the A7R III.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the CL5 and A7R III is 95 and 63 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by checking technical specs. The pic underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the CL5 and A7R III.

As you can tell, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The CL5 having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sony A7R III will give extra detail because of its extra 33MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged CL5 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.