Samsung EX2F vs Sony A7S III

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Samsung EX2F versus Sony A7S III, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the EX2F (12MP) and the A7S III (12MP) is pretty comparable but the EX2F (1/1.7") and A7S III (Full frame) boast totally different sensor size.

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The EX2F was brought out 8 years earlier than the A7S III which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Samsung EX2F being a Compact camera and the Sony A7S III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the EX2F scores versus the A7S III in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung EX2F & Sony Alpha A7S III. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung EX2F Gallery & Sony A7S III Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung EX2F provides outer measurements of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs) while the Sony A7S III has sizing of 129mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") along with a weight of 699 grams (1.54 lbs).

Check out the Samsung EX2F versus Sony A7S III in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the EX2F and the A7S III.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the EX2F and A7S III is 90 and 61 respectively.

Often, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing specifications. The picture here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the EX2F and A7S III.

Plainly, each of the cameras provide the same MP albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The EX2F provides the smaller sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF harder. The more aged EX2F will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.