Sony A7S III vs Sony WX50

Here is a extended overview of the Sony A7S III versus Sony WX50, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both sold by Sony. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the A7S III (12MP) and WX50 (16MP) and the A7S III (Full frame) and WX50 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The A7S III was launched 8 years later than the WX50 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Sony A7S III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX50 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summary of how the A7S III matches up versus the WX50 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha A7S III and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The complete galleries are provided at Sony A7S III Gallery and Sony WX50 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Sony A7S III provides physical dimensions of 129mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 699 grams (1.54 lbs) while the Sony WX50 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Sony A7S III versus Sony WX50 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the A7S III and the WX50.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the A7S III and WX50 is 61 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the A7S III and WX50.

As you can see, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The A7S III due to its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Sony WX50 will offer extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more recent A7S III will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.