Samsung GX-10 vs Sony A7 II

Below, we will be comparing the Samsung GX-10 vs Sony A7 II, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the GX-10 (10MP) and A7 II (24MP) and the GX-10 (APS-C) and A7 II (Full frame) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The GX-10 was revealed 9 years before the A7 II and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short overview of how the GX-10 grades versus the A7 II when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung GX-10 & Sony Alpha A7 II. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-10 Gallery & Sony A7 II Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung GX-10 enjoys exterior measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs) and the Sony A7 II has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Look at the Samsung GX-10 vs Sony A7 II in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the GX-10 and the A7 II.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the GX-10 and A7 II is 59 and 69 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading through specifications. The visual underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the GX-10 and A7 II.

To sum up, both of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GX-10 with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony A7 II will give you extra detail because of its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older GX-10 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.