Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A7

Following is a detailed review of the Samsung Galaxy NX vs Sony A7, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the Galaxy NX (20MP) and the A7 (24MP) is pretty well matched but the Galaxy NX (APS-C) and A7 (Full frame) offer different sensor size.

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The Galaxy NX was launched 7 months before the A7 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Galaxy NX scores versus the A7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung Galaxy NX & Sony Alpha A7. The complete galleries are available at Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery & Sony A7 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and size. The Samsung Galaxy NX comes with external dimensions of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") with a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs) while the Sony A7 has specifications of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") along with a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Galaxy NX and the A7.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Galaxy NX and A7 is 82 and 78 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Galaxy NX and A7.

Clearly, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Galaxy NX featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Sony A7 will give extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged Galaxy NX is going to be behind in sensor technology.