Samsung WB50F vs Sony A7R III

Here, we will be comparing the Samsung WB50F and Sony A7R III, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Samsung and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the WB50F (16MP) and A7R III (42MP) and the WB50F (1/2.3") and A7R III (Full frame) boast different sensor dimensions.

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The WB50F was brought out 4 years prior to the A7R III which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung WB50F being a Compact camera and the Sony A7R III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the WB50F scores versus the A7R III with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB50F & Sony Alpha A7R III. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung WB50F Gallery & Sony A7R III Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB50F enjoys physical dimensions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") along with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Sony A7R III has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung WB50F and Sony A7R III in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the WB50F vs the A7R III.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the WB50F and A7R III is 92 and 63 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading technical specs. The pic below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the WB50F and A7R III.

As you have seen, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The WB50F due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sony A7R III will deliver more detail having its extra 26MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged WB50F is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.