Samsung HZ10W vs Sony A7R

In this write-up, we are looking at the Samsung HZ10W vs Sony A7R, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the HZ10W (10MP) and A7R (36MP) and the HZ10W (1/2.3") and A7R (Full frame) enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The HZ10W was manufactured 5 years earlier than the A7R which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung HZ10W being a Compact camera and the Sony A7R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the HZ10W matches up against the A7R in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung HZ10W & Sony Alpha A7R. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ10W Gallery & Sony A7R Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung HZ10W features outside dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Sony A7R has specifications of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the HZ10W and the A7R.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the HZ10W and A7R is 90 and 78 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing technical specs. The picture here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ10W and A7R.

As you can tell, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The HZ10W featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Sony A7R will offer you greater detail due to its extra 26 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged HZ10W is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.