Samsung NX5 vs Sony A7S II

Here, we will be matching up the Samsung NX5 vs Sony A7S II, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the NX5 (15MP) and A7S II (12MP) and the NX5 (APS-C) and A7S II (Full frame) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The NX5 was released 6 years prior to the A7S II and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the NX5 scores versus the A7S II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX5 and Sony Alpha A7S II. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung NX5 Gallery and Sony A7S II Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX5 features external dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs) while the Sony A7S II has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 627 grams (1.38 lbs).

Compare the Samsung NX5 vs Sony A7S II in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the NX5 against the A7S II.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the NX5 and A7S II is 80 and 68 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements merely by reviewing technical specs. The graphic below should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX5 and A7S II.

As you can tell, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The NX5 because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF more challenging and the Samsung NX5 will offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The older NX5 is going to be behind in sensor technology.