Samsung NX5 vs Sony A7 II

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Samsung NX5 vs Sony A7 II, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the NX5 (15MP) and A7 II (24MP) and the NX5 (APS-C) and A7 II (Full frame) feature different sensor sizes.

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The NX5 was revealed 5 years earlier than the A7 II which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the NX5 matches up against the A7 II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX5 & Sony Alpha A7 II. The full galleries are provided at Samsung NX5 Gallery & Sony A7 II Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX5 provides outer dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Sony A7 II has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the NX5 vs the A7 II.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX5 and A7 II is 80 and 69 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by looking at technical specs. The picture here will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the NX5 and A7 II.

As you have seen, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The NX5 having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony A7 II will give more detail because of its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged NX5 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.