Samsung WB50F vs Sony A7R

Following is a thorough review of the Samsung WB50F versus Sony A7R, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Samsung and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the WB50F (16MP) and A7R (36MP) and the WB50F (1/2.3") and A7R (Full frame) come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The WB50F was revealed within a month of the A7R which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB50F being a Compact camera and the Sony A7R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the WB50F matches up against the A7R in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung WB50F & Sony Alpha A7R. The full galleries are provided at Samsung WB50F Gallery & Sony A7R Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Samsung WB50F enjoys outer measurements of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs) while the Sony A7R has sizing 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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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the WB50F vs the A7R.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WB50F and A7R is 92 and 78 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through specs. The pic underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the WB50F and A7R.

All in all, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The WB50F with its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh harder and the Sony A7R will resolve greater detail because of its extra 20MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively.