Samsung ST95 vs Sony A7R

Lets take a deeper look at the Samsung ST95 vs Sony A7R, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the ST95 (16MP) and A7R (36MP) and the ST95 (1/2.3") and A7R (Full frame) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The ST95 was brought out 4 years prior to the A7R which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Samsung ST95 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A7R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the ST95 scores against the A7R in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung ST95 & Sony Alpha A7R. The entire galleries are available at Samsung ST95 Gallery & Sony A7R Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung ST95 provides outer dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with 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") with a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the ST95 against the A7R.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ST95 and A7R is 99 and 78 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading specifications. The pic underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the ST95 and A7R.

To sum up, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The ST95 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony A7R will offer you greater detail having its extra 20MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged ST95 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.