Samsung ST150F vs Sony A7S III

Following is a extended analysis of the Samsung ST150F versus Sony A7S III, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the ST150F (16MP) and A7S III (12MP) and the ST150F (1/2.3") and A7S III (Full frame) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The ST150F was brought out 8 years prior to the A7S III which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung ST150F being a Compact camera and the Sony A7S III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a simple summary of how the ST150F grades against the A7S III when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST150F and Sony Alpha A7S III. The entire galleries are available at Samsung ST150F Gallery and Sony A7S III Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung ST150F has got physical measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Sony A7S III has sizing of 129mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 699 grams (1.54 lbs).

Look at the Samsung ST150F versus Sony A7S III in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the ST150F vs the A7S III.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ST150F and A7S III is 96 and 61 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes just by going over a spec sheet. The picture here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ST150F and A7S III.

As you can see, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The ST150F due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Samsung ST150F will offer more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged ST150F is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.