Samsung ST65 vs Sony A7R II

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Samsung ST65 vs Sony A7R II, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the ST65 (14MP) and A7R II (42MP) and the ST65 (1/2.3") and A7R II (Full frame) come with different sensor sizing.

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The ST65 was brought out 5 years before the A7R II and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A7R II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the ST65 matches up vs the A7R II with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST65 and Sony Alpha A7R II. The entire galleries are viewable at Samsung ST65 Gallery and Sony A7R II Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST65 provides outer measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Sony A7R II has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") and a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the ST65 compared to the A7R II.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ST65 and A7R II is 99 and 68 respectively.

Typically, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through specifications. The graphic below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the ST65 and A7R II.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The ST65 because of its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh tougher and the Sony A7R II will provide you with greater detail having its extra 28MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older ST65 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.