Samsung SL30 vs Sony A7c

Its time to look much closer at the Samsung SL30 versus Sony A7c, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the SL30 (10MP) and A7c (24MP) and the SL30 (1/2.3") and A7c (Full frame) feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The SL30 was unveiled 12 years earlier than the A7c which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung SL30 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7c being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SL30 grades vs the A7c in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung SL30 & Sony Alpha A7c. The full galleries are available at Samsung SL30 Gallery & Sony A7c Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Samsung SL30 has physical measurements of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sony A7c has sizing of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the SL30 against the A7c.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SL30 and A7c is 95 and 78 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading a spec sheet. The image underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SL30 and A7c.

Clearly, both cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SL30 having a tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sony A7c will offer you greater detail having an extra 14MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged SL30 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.