Canon 1D X vs Sony QX1

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Canon 1D X vs Sony QX1, one is a Pro DSLR and the latter is a Lens-style by competitors Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the 1D X (18MP) and the QX1 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the 1D X (Full frame) and QX1 (APS-C) come with different sensor sizes.

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The 1D X was manufactured 3 years before the QX1 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon 1D X being a Large SLR camera and the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera.

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the 1D X matches up versus the QX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS-1D X and Sony Alpha QX1. The entire galleries are provided at Canon 1D X Gallery and Sony QX1 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon 1D X offers external dimensions of 158mm x 164mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") along with a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs) while the Sony QX1 has measurements of 74mm x 70mm x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).

Check the Canon 1D X vs Sony QX1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the 1D X and the QX1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1D X and QX1 is 50 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions purely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1D X and QX1.

Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 1D X because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Sony QX1 will resolve more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged 1D X is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.