Samsung NX1000 vs Sony A7S

Lets take a deeper look at the Samsung NX1000 versus Sony A7S, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the NX1000 (20MP) and A7S (12MP) and the NX1000 (APS-C) and A7S (Full frame) feature different sensor dimensions.

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The NX1000 was unveiled 23 months prior to the A7S which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short view of how the NX1000 grades versus the A7S with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX1000 and Sony Alpha A7S. The full galleries are available at Samsung NX1000 Gallery and Sony A7S Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX1000 has got exterior measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sony A7S has dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") along with a weight of 489 grams (1.08 lbs).

Look at the Samsung NX1000 versus Sony A7S in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the NX1000 versus the A7S.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the NX1000 and A7S is 90 and 77 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes merely by seeing technical specs. The image here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the NX1000 and A7S.

As you can tell, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The NX1000 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Samsung NX1000 will produce more detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged NX1000 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.