Samsung NX mini vs Sony A7R III

Following is a extensive analysis of the Samsung NX mini vs Sony A7R III, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the NX mini (20.5MP) and A7R III (42MP) and the NX mini (1") and A7R III (Full frame) possess different sensor size.

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The NX mini was introduced 4 years prior to the A7R III which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7R III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the NX mini matches up against the A7R III in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX mini & Sony Alpha A7R III. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX mini Gallery & Sony A7R III Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX mini has got external dimensions of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony A7R III has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the NX mini vs the A7R III.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX mini and A7R III is 93 and 63 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over specifications. The image underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the NX mini and A7R III.

Plainly, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The NX mini having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sony A7R III will offer extra detail using its extra 21.5 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged NX mini is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.