Samsung NX1000 vs Sony A7R

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Samsung NX1000 and Sony A7R, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the NX1000 (20MP) and A7R (36MP) and the NX1000 (APS-C) and A7R (Full frame) have different sensor sizing.

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The NX1000 was released 22 months earlier than the A7R which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a short highlight of how the NX1000 grades vs the A7R in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX1000 & Sony Alpha A7R. The complete galleries are available at Samsung NX1000 Gallery & Sony A7R Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX1000 has exterior measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony A7R has dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") having a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung NX1000 and Sony A7R in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the NX1000 versus the A7R.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX1000 and A7R is 90 and 78 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing specs. The visual underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the NX1000 and A7R.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The NX1000 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh more difficult and the Sony A7R will produce more detail as a result of its extra 16MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The older NX1000 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.