Sony A7S II vs Sony H55

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Sony A7S II vs Sony H55, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are manufactured by Sony. The resolution of the A7S II (12MP) and the H55 (14MP) is pretty similar but the A7S II (Full frame) and H55 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizes.

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The A7S II was unveiled 5 years after the H55 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony A7S II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony H55 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the A7S II matches up against the H55 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha A7S II & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The full galleries are provided at Sony A7S II Gallery & Sony H55 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Sony A7S II comes with outer dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 627 grams (1.38 lbs) while the Sony H55 has specifications of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the A7S II compared to the H55.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A7S II and H55 is 68 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The picture below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the A7S II and H55.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The A7S II using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Sony H55 will offer greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The fresher A7S II should have an advantage in sensor tech.