Nikon Z50 vs Sony QX30

Its time to take a deeper look at the Nikon Z50 vs Sony QX30, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Lens-style by rivals Nikon and Sony. The resolution of the Z50 (21MP) and the QX30 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the Z50 (APS-C) and QX30 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizes.

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The Z50 was introduced 5 years after the QX30 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera.

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the Z50 matches up versus the QX30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z50 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon Z50 Gallery & Sony QX30 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z50 comes with outer measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") having a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Sony QX30 has measurements of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

See the Nikon Z50 vs Sony QX30 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the Z50 against the QX30.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Z50 and QX30 is 74 and 91 respectively.

Generally, its tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes merely by checking technical specs. The picture underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Z50 and QX30.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Z50 having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Nikon Z50 will give more detail using its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The newer Z50 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.