Olympus SZ-10 vs Sony QX1
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Olympus SZ-10 vs Sony QX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-4.4) lens
- 215g - 106 x 67 x 38mm
- Introduced February 2011
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- " Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 216g - 74 x 70 x 53mm
- Released September 2014
Olympus SZ-10 vs Sony QX1 Overview
Here is a thorough analysis of the Olympus SZ-10 versus Sony QX1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Lens-style by rivals Olympus and Sony. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the SZ-10 (14MP) and QX1 (20MP) and the SZ-10 (1/2.3") and QX1 (APS-C) use totally different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe SZ-10 was manufactured 4 years earlier than the QX1 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SZ-10 being a Compact camera and the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera.
Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SZ-10 grades versus the QX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus SZ-10 vs Sony QX1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-10 and Sony Alpha QX1. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-10 Gallery and Sony QX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-10 over the Sony QX1
SZ-10 | QX1 | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | " | Larger display (+3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 0k | Clearer display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony QX1 over the Olympus SZ-10
QX1 | SZ-10 | |||
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Released | September 2014 | February 2011 | Fresher by 43 months | |
Manually focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus SZ-10 and Sony QX1
SZ-10 | QX1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Olympus SZ-10 vs Sony QX1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Olympus SZ-10 enjoys outside dimensions of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Sony QX1 has proportions of 74mm x 70mm x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).
Examine the Olympus SZ-10 versus Sony QX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the SZ-10 vs the QX1.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SZ-10 and QX1 is 90 and 90 respectively.
Olympus SZ-10 vs Sony QX1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing specs. The graphic below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-10 and QX1.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SZ-10 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony QX1 will result in greater detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The older SZ-10 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Olympus SZ-10 vs Sony QX1 Specifications
Olympus SZ-10 | Sony Alpha QX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Sony |
Model type | Olympus SZ-10 | Sony Alpha QX1 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Lens-style |
Introduced | 2011-02-08 | 2014-09-03 |
Physical type | Compact | Lens-style |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III+ | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.2 x 15.4mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 357.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 5456 x 3632 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 16000 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens zoom range | 28-504mm (18.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.1-4.4 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | - |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 0k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.10 m | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Off, auto, fill, slow sync, rear sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 215 gr (0.47 lbs) | 216 gr (0.48 lbs) |
Dimensions | 106 x 67 x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 74 x 70 x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 shots | 440 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LI-50B | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2, 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC, Memory Stick Micro |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $300 | $500 |