Samsung PL200 vs Sony A7R IV

In this write-up, we are looking at the Samsung PL200 versus Sony A7R IV, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Samsung and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the PL200 (14MP) and A7R IV (61MP) and the PL200 (1/2.3") and A7R IV (Full frame) use different sensor sizing.

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The PL200 was manufactured 10 years prior to the A7R IV which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung PL200 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7R IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the PL200 matches up versus the A7R IV with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung PL200 & Sony Alpha A7R IV. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung PL200 Gallery & Sony A7R IV Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and size. The Samsung PL200 enjoys outer measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Sony A7R IV has specifications of 129mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1") having a weight of 665 grams (1.47 lbs).

Look at the Samsung PL200 versus Sony A7R IV in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the PL200 versus the A7R IV.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the PL200 and A7R IV is 94 and 62 respectively.

Typically, its tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking specs. The picture below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the PL200 and A7R IV.

All in all, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The PL200 because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh more challenging and the Sony A7R IV will give extra detail due to its extra 47 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged PL200 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.