Sony A7S II vs Sony A33

On this page, we will be analyzing the Sony A7S II versus Sony A33, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and both are offered by Sony. The sensor resolution of the A7S II (12MP) and the A33 (14MP) is relatively similar but the A7S II (Full frame) and A33 (APS-C) provide different sensor sizes.

Photography Glossary

The A7S II was introduced 5 years later than the A33 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Sony A7S II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A33 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a brief view of how the A7S II grades versus the A33 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha A7S II & Sony SLT-A33. The whole galleries are provided at Sony A7S II Gallery & Sony A33 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Sony A7S II features exterior measurements 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 A33 has specifications of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") along with a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony A7S II versus Sony A33 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the A7S II versus the A33.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A7S II and A33 is 68 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by reading technical specs. The visual underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the A7S II and A33.

As you can tell, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The A7S II using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Sony A33 will deliver greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The more modern A7S II should have a benefit in sensor tech.