Samsung GX-10 vs Sony A7R II

Below, we will be reviewing the Samsung GX-10 and Sony A7R II, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the GX-10 (10MP) and A7R II (42MP) and the GX-10 (APS-C) and A7R II (Full frame) possess different sensor sizes.

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The GX-10 was unveiled 9 years before the A7R II which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung GX-10 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony A7R II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a simple overview of how the GX-10 grades vs the A7R II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-10 and Sony Alpha A7R II. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung GX-10 Gallery and Sony A7R II Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and size. The Samsung GX-10 has outer dimensions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs) whilst the Sony A7R II has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung GX-10 and Sony A7R II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the GX-10 against the A7R II.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the GX-10 and A7R II is 59 and 68 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions only by researching specifications. The picture underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the GX-10 and A7R II.

Plainly, both cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GX-10 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh harder and the Sony A7R II will provide you with more detail having an extra 32MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged GX-10 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.