Samsung WB210 vs Sony A7R

Here, we will be comparing the Samsung WB210 and Sony A7R, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Samsung and Sony. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the WB210 (14MP) and A7R (36MP) and the WB210 (1/2.3") and A7R (Full frame) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The WB210 was introduced 3 years before the A7R which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Samsung WB210 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a short summation of how the WB210 grades versus the A7R in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung WB210 & Sony Alpha A7R. The whole galleries are available at Samsung WB210 Gallery & Sony A7R Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung WB210 offers outer dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Sony A7R has proportions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the WB210 and the A7R.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the WB210 and A7R is 94 and 78 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to see the gap in sensor sizes simply by viewing technical specs. The pic below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB210 and A7R.

As you have seen, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The WB210 using its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Sony A7R will provide you with more detail using its extra 22 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged WB210 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.