Samsung NX3000 vs Sony A7R II

The following is a extended comparison of the Samsung NX3000 versus Sony A7R II, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the NX3000 (20MP) and A7R II (42MP) and the NX3000 (APS-C) and A7R II (Full frame) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The NX3000 was brought out 12 months prior to the A7R II which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7R II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the NX3000 matches up versus the A7R II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung NX3000 and Sony Alpha A7R II. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung NX3000 Gallery and Sony A7R II Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX3000 has outer measurements of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Sony A7R II has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).

Compare the Samsung NX3000 versus Sony A7R II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the NX3000 compared to the A7R II.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the NX3000 and A7R II is 89 and 68 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through specs. The pic here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the NX3000 and A7R II.

All in all, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The NX3000 because of its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony A7R II will show more detail having its extra 22MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged NX3000 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.