Samsung PL200 vs Sony A7R

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Samsung PL200 and Sony A7R, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the PL200 (14MP) and A7R (36MP) and the PL200 (1/2.3") and A7R (Full frame) use totally different sensor sizing.

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The PL200 was revealed 4 years earlier than the A7R which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung PL200 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the PL200 scores versus the A7R when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung PL200 and Sony Alpha A7R. The full galleries are available at Samsung PL200 Gallery and Sony A7R Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung PL200 has outer dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony A7R has sizing of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).

Examine the Samsung PL200 and Sony A7R in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the PL200 and the A7R.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the PL200 and A7R is 94 and 78 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the PL200 and A7R.

Clearly, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The PL200 using its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh harder and the Sony A7R will resolve greater detail because of its extra 22MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged PL200 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.