Samsung NX100 vs Sony A7R III

Its time to look much closer at the Samsung NX100 versus Sony A7R III, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the NX100 (15MP) and A7R III (42MP) and the NX100 (APS-C) and A7R III (Full frame) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The NX100 was revealed 8 years prior to the A7R III which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7R III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the NX100 scores versus the A7R III with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX100 and Sony Alpha A7R III. The full galleries are provided at Samsung NX100 Gallery and Sony A7R III Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX100 features outside measurements of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) whilst the Sony A7R III has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") and a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs).

Look at the Samsung NX100 versus Sony A7R III in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the NX100 against the A7R III.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX100 and A7R III is 88 and 63 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The picture here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the NX100 and A7R III.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The NX100 using its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sony A7R III will deliver extra detail because of its extra 27MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged NX100 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.