Samsung ST150F vs Sony A7 III

Following is a extended comparison of the Samsung ST150F and Sony A7 III, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the ST150F (16MP) and A7 III (24MP) and the ST150F (1/2.3") and A7 III (Full frame) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The ST150F was launched 6 years prior to the A7 III which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung ST150F being a Compact camera and the Sony A7 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the ST150F scores against the A7 III for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST150F & Sony Alpha A7 III. The complete galleries are viewable at Samsung ST150F Gallery & Sony A7 III Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you should think about its weight and volume. The Samsung ST150F enjoys outer dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Sony A7 III has sizing of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") having a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Examine the Samsung ST150F and Sony A7 III in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the ST150F and the A7 III.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ST150F and A7 III is 96 and 63 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes only by viewing a spec sheet. The image underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST150F and A7 III.

Clearly, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The ST150F because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony A7 III will result in more detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged ST150F will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.