Sony A3000 vs Sony A7R V

On this page, we will be reviewing the Sony A3000 vs Sony A7R V, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless and they are both built by Sony. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the A3000 (20MP) and A7R V (61MP) and the A3000 (APS-C) and A7R V (Full frame) boast totally different sensor size.

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The A3000 was unveiled 10 years earlier than the A7R V and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the A3000 matches up vs the A7R V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha A3000 and Sony Alpha A7R V. The full galleries are provided at Sony A3000 Gallery and Sony A7R V Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sony A3000 offers exterior measurements of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") along with a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs) while the Sony A7R V has dimensions of 131mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 723 grams (1.59 lbs).

Examine the Sony A3000 vs Sony A7R V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the A3000 vs the A7R V.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the A3000 and A7R V is 69 and 60 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to see the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing technical specs. The visual underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the A3000 and A7R V.

As you have seen, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The A3000 using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF trickier and the Sony A7R V will offer extra detail having an extra 41MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older A3000 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.