Samsung NX210 vs Sony A7 III

In this article, we will be matching up the Samsung NX210 versus Sony A7 III, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. The image resolution of the NX210 (20MP) and the A7 III (24MP) is relatively close but the NX210 (APS-C) and A7 III (Full frame) come with different sensor sizing.

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The NX210 was revealed 6 years prior to the A7 III which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the NX210 matches up against the A7 III when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX210 and Sony Alpha A7 III. The full galleries are available at Samsung NX210 Gallery and Sony A7 III Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung NX210 provides physical dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony A7 III has sizing of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Check the Samsung NX210 versus Sony A7 III in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the NX210 and the A7 III.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX210 and A7 III is 90 and 63 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes purely by looking through a spec sheet. The pic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the NX210 and A7 III.

As you can see, both the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The NX210 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the Sony A7 III will render greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged NX210 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.