Samsung NX210 vs Sony A7c

In this write-up, we are comparing the Samsung NX210 vs Sony A7c, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. The resolution of the NX210 (20MP) and the A7c (24MP) is fairly well matched but the NX210 (APS-C) and A7c (Full frame) feature different sensor measurements.

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The NX210 was revealed 9 years earlier than the A7c and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the NX210 scores against the A7c in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX210 & Sony Alpha A7c. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung NX210 Gallery & Sony A7c Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX210 offers exterior measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Sony A7c has dimensions of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the NX210 and the A7c.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the NX210 and A7c is 90 and 78 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements only by checking a spec sheet. The visual here should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the NX210 and A7c.

As you can see, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The NX210 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh more difficult and the Sony A7c will give extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The older NX210 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.