Samsung ST65 vs Sony A7R IV

On this page, we will be analyzing the Samsung ST65 and Sony A7R IV, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the ST65 (14MP) and A7R IV (61MP) and the ST65 (1/2.3") and A7R IV (Full frame) boast different sensor measurements.

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The ST65 was unveiled 9 years prior to the A7R IV which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A7R IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a brief view of how the ST65 grades against the A7R IV in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST65 and Sony Alpha A7R IV. The full galleries are provided at Samsung ST65 Gallery and Sony A7R IV Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST65 provides physical dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Sony A7R IV has proportions of 129mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1") along with a weight of 665 grams (1.47 lbs).

Look at the Samsung ST65 and Sony A7R IV in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the ST65 compared to the A7R IV.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ST65 and A7R IV is 99 and 62 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions only by going over specifications. The image underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the ST65 and A7R IV.

Plainly, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The ST65 having a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony A7R IV will deliver extra detail having an extra 47 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged ST65 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.