Samsung HZ15W vs Sony A7 II

Lets take a closer look at the Samsung HZ15W versus Sony A7 II, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the HZ15W (12MP) and A7 II (24MP) and the HZ15W (1/2.3") and A7 II (Full frame) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The HZ15W was brought out 6 years prior to the A7 II which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung HZ15W being a Compact camera and the Sony A7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick overview of how the HZ15W matches up against the A7 II for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung HZ15W offers exterior measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Sony A7 II has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Look at the Samsung HZ15W versus Sony A7 II in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the HZ15W against the A7 II.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the HZ15W and A7 II is 90 and 69 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing specs. The pic below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the HZ15W and A7 II.

All in all, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The HZ15W due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sony A7 II will produce extra detail having its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged HZ15W will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.