Samsung NX1100 vs Sony A7R

Its time to look much closer at the Samsung NX1100 versus Sony A7R, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the NX1100 (20MP) and A7R (36MP) and the NX1100 (APS-C) and A7R (Full frame) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The NX1100 was announced 10 months earlier than the A7R which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a quick overview of how the NX1100 scores versus the A7R in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX1100 and Sony Alpha A7R. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung NX1100 Gallery and Sony A7R Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX1100 enjoys outside 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) whilst the Sony A7R has measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") with a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).

Check out the Samsung NX1100 versus Sony A7R in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the NX1100 vs the A7R.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the NX1100 and A7R is 90 and 78 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The photograph below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the NX1100 and A7R.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The NX1100 having a tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Sony A7R will offer you greater detail with its extra 16MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images far more aggressively. The older NX1100 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.