Samsung WB35F vs Sony A7R II

Here, we are reviewing the Samsung WB35F vs Sony A7R II, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the WB35F (16MP) and A7R II (42MP) and the WB35F (1/2.3") and A7R II (Full frame) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The WB35F was introduced 17 months before the A7R II making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung WB35F being a Compact camera and the Sony A7R II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the WB35F grades vs the A7R II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB35F and Sony Alpha A7R II. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung WB35F Gallery and Sony A7R II Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Samsung WB35F has physical measurements of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst 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).

Compare the Samsung WB35F vs Sony A7R II in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the WB35F and the A7R II.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the WB35F and A7R II is 93 and 68 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specs. The image here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the WB35F and A7R II.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The WB35F having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Sony A7R II will deliver extra detail using its extra 26MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged WB35F is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.