Samsung PL210 vs Sony A7R

On this page, we will be matching up the Samsung PL210 versus Sony A7R, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Samsung and Sony. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the PL210 (14MP) and A7R (36MP) and the PL210 (1/2.3") and A7R (Full frame) offer different sensor sizes.

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The PL210 was launched 4 years prior to the A7R and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung PL210 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A7R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the PL210 scores vs the A7R with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung PL210 and Sony Alpha A7R. The complete galleries are available at Samsung PL210 Gallery and Sony A7R Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung PL210 has got exterior dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Sony A7R has proportions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") having a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).

Examine the Samsung PL210 versus Sony A7R in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the PL210 compared to the A7R.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the PL210 and A7R is 99 and 78 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing specifications. The graphic here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the PL210 and A7R.

To sum up, both of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The PL210 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Sony A7R will show extra detail utilizing its extra 22MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older PL210 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.