Samsung WB750 vs Sony A7

In this write-up, we are comparing the Samsung WB750 and Sony A7, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Samsung and Sony. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the WB750 (13MP) and A7 (24MP) and the WB750 (1/2.3") and A7 (Full frame) use totally different sensor size.

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The WB750 was manufactured 3 years before the A7 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Samsung WB750 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the WB750 grades versus the A7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung WB750 and Sony Alpha A7. The entire galleries are available at Samsung WB750 Gallery and Sony A7 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung WB750 provides exterior measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony A7 has dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).

Check the Samsung WB750 and Sony A7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the WB750 and the A7.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WB750 and A7 is 93 and 78 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The image below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the WB750 and A7.

As you can tell, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The WB750 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Sony A7 will give more detail due to its extra 11MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged WB750 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.