Samsung CL5 vs Sony A7S II
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Samsung CL5 vs Sony A7S II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-114mm (F3.5-4.5) lens
- 141g - 93 x 60 x 19mm
- Launched February 2009
- Alternate Name is PL10
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Boost to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 627g - 127 x 96 x 60mm
- Introduced October 2015
- Older Model is Sony A7S
- Newer Model is Sony A7S III
Samsung CL5 vs Sony A7S II Overview
Lets look more closely at the Samsung CL5 versus Sony A7S II, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the CL5 (9MP) and A7S II (12MP) and the CL5 (1/2.5") and A7S II (Full frame) boast different sensor dimensions.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe CL5 was introduced 7 years before the A7S II and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung CL5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A7S II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the CL5 grades versus the A7S II in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung CL5 vs Sony A7S II Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung CL5 and Sony Alpha A7S II. The whole galleries are available at Samsung CL5 Gallery and Sony A7S II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung CL5 over the Sony A7S II
CL5 | A7S II |
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Reasons to pick Sony A7S II over the Samsung CL5
A7S II | CL5 | |||
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Introduced | October 2015 | February 2009 | Fresher by 80 months | |
Manually focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1229k | 230k | Crisper display (+999k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung CL5 and Sony A7S II
CL5 | A7S II | |||
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Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Samsung CL5 vs Sony A7S II Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung CL5 has got exterior dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sony A7S II has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 627 grams (1.38 lbs).
Look at the Samsung CL5 versus Sony A7S II in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the CL5 compared to the A7S II.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the CL5 and A7S II is 95 and 68 respectively.
Samsung CL5 vs Sony A7S II Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing only by checking technical specs. The graphic here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the CL5 and A7S II.
As you have seen, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The CL5 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Sony A7S II will give greater detail using its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The older CL5 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
Samsung CL5 vs Sony A7S II Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung CL5 vs Sony A7S II Specifications
Samsung CL5 | Sony Alpha A7S II | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung CL5 | Sony Alpha A7S II |
Otherwise known as | PL10 | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2009-02-23 | 2015-10-12 |
Body design | Ultracompact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 24.7mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 9 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4240 x 2832 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 102400 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 409600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 169 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | 38-114mm (3.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-4.5 | - |
Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 121 |
Crop factor | 6.3 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 1,229 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 16s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) | 4K (3840 x 2160 @ 30p/24p [60-100Mbps]), Full HD (1920 x 1080 @ 120p/60p/60i/30p/24p [50-100Mbps]), 720p (30p [16Mbps]) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 141g (0.31 lb) | 627g (1.38 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 60 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") | 127 x 96 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 85 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 2993 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 370 photographs |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $391 | $2,767 |