Samsung HZ15W vs Sony A7

In this article, we will be contrasting the Samsung HZ15W versus Sony A7, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the HZ15W (12MP) and A7 (24MP) and the HZ15W (1/2.3") and A7 (Full frame) come with different sensor size.

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The HZ15W was launched 5 years prior to the A7 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung HZ15W being a Compact camera and the Sony A7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the HZ15W matches up against the A7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung HZ15W & Sony Alpha A7. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung HZ15W Gallery & Sony A7 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Samsung HZ15W provides outside measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Sony A7 has specifications of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the HZ15W vs the A7.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HZ15W and A7 is 90 and 78 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions purely by seeing technical specs. The picture here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the HZ15W and A7.

As you have seen, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The HZ15W because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sony A7 will provide more detail utilizing its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged HZ15W will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.