Samsung ST65 vs Sony A7R

In this article, we are evaluating the Samsung ST65 and Sony A7R, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the ST65 (14MP) and A7R (36MP) and the ST65 (1/2.3") and A7R (Full frame) use different sensor sizing.

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The ST65 was revealed 4 years earlier than the A7R which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A7R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the ST65 matches up against the A7R in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung ST65 and Sony Alpha A7R. The full galleries are provided at Samsung ST65 Gallery and Sony A7R Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung ST65 enjoys outside dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sony A7R has measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") along with a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).

Check the Samsung ST65 and Sony A7R in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the ST65 versus the A7R.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ST65 and A7R is 99 and 78 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through specs. The pic here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST65 and A7R.

All in all, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The ST65 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Sony A7R will provide greater detail because of its extra 22 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged ST65 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.