Samsung NX1000 vs Sony A7 II

Here, we will be evaluating the Samsung NX1000 and Sony A7 II, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the NX1000 (20MP) and the A7 II (24MP) is pretty similar but the NX1000 (APS-C) and A7 II (Full frame) provide different sensor measurements.

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The NX1000 was introduced 3 years earlier than the A7 II and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the NX1000 matches up versus the A7 II for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX1000 and Sony Alpha A7 II. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung NX1000 Gallery and Sony A7 II Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX1000 provides outer measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sony A7 II has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Compare the Samsung NX1000 and Sony A7 II in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the NX1000 vs the A7 II.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX1000 and A7 II is 90 and 69 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading specs. The visual underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the NX1000 and A7 II.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The NX1000 having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Sony A7 II will offer you more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older NX1000 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.