Samsung PL200 vs Sony A7S

Here, we will be contrasting the Samsung PL200 and Sony A7S, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the PL200 (14MP) and the A7S (12MP) is relatively well matched but the PL200 (1/2.3") and A7S (Full frame) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The PL200 was launched 4 years before the A7S and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung PL200 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a brief overview of how the PL200 scores vs the A7S when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung PL200 & Sony Alpha A7S. The complete galleries are available at Samsung PL200 Gallery & Sony A7S Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Samsung PL200 offers outer dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Sony A7S has sizing of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") along with a weight of 489 grams (1.08 lbs).

Take a look at the Samsung PL200 and Sony A7S in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the PL200 vs the A7S.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the PL200 and A7S is 94 and 77 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements only by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the PL200 and A7S.

To sum up, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The PL200 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF harder and the Samsung PL200 will give you extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older PL200 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.