Samsung HZ10W vs Sony A7S II

Below is a complete analysis of the Samsung HZ10W and Sony A7S II, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the HZ10W (10MP) and the A7S II (12MP) is pretty close but the HZ10W (1/2.3") and A7S II (Full frame) boast different sensor measurements.

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The HZ10W was introduced 7 years earlier than the A7S II and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung HZ10W being a Compact camera and the Sony A7S II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the HZ10W grades vs the A7S II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung HZ10W and Sony Alpha A7S II. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung HZ10W Gallery and Sony A7S II Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung HZ10W enjoys outer dimensions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Sony A7S II has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 627 grams (1.38 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung HZ10W and Sony A7S II in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the HZ10W against the A7S II.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HZ10W and A7S II is 90 and 68 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching specifications. The visual here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the HZ10W and A7S II.

Plainly, the two cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The HZ10W using its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony A7S II will provide you with extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older HZ10W will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.