Samsung HZ15W vs Sony A7 III

In this article, we will be looking at the Samsung HZ15W vs Sony A7 III, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the HZ15W (12MP) and A7 III (24MP) and the HZ15W (1/2.3") and A7 III (Full frame) feature different sensor dimensions.

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The HZ15W was launched 10 years earlier than the A7 III and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung HZ15W being a Compact camera and the Sony A7 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the HZ15W matches up vs the A7 III in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung HZ15W offers physical measurements 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 A7 III has sizing of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") having a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Check the Samsung HZ15W vs Sony A7 III in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the HZ15W and the A7 III.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HZ15W and A7 III is 90 and 63 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out a spec sheet. The visual underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ15W and A7 III.

Clearly, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The HZ15W featuring a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Sony A7 III will provide extra detail utilizing its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older HZ15W will be behind in sensor innovation.