Samsung NX1 vs Sony A7R II

Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Samsung NX1 versus Sony A7R II, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by competitors Samsung and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the NX1 (28MP) and A7R II (42MP) and the NX1 (APS-C) and A7R II (Full frame) posses different sensor size.

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The NX1 was announced 8 months prior to the A7R II and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the NX1 grades vs the A7R II in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX1 & Sony Alpha A7R II. The whole galleries are available at Samsung NX1 Gallery & Sony A7R II Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX1 offers outer dimensions of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) and the Sony A7R II has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).

See the Samsung NX1 versus Sony A7R II in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the NX1 vs the A7R II.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX1 and A7R II is 66 and 68 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the NX1 and A7R II.

To sum up, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The NX1 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony A7R II will produce more detail with its extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The older NX1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.