Samsung ST90 vs Sony A7 II

Following is a extensive analysis of the Samsung ST90 vs Sony A7 II, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the ST90 (14MP) and A7 II (24MP) and the ST90 (1/2.3") and A7 II (Full frame) boast different sensor sizing.

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The ST90 was released 4 years earlier than the A7 II which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST90 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the ST90 scores against the A7 II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST90 & Sony Alpha A7 II. The complete galleries are available at Samsung ST90 Gallery & Sony A7 II Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung ST90 provides outer 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 A7 II has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the ST90 and the A7 II.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the ST90 and A7 II is 99 and 69 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out specifications. The image underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST90 and A7 II.

To sum up, both of those cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The ST90 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Sony A7 II will provide extra detail as a result of its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged ST90 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.