Sony A3000 vs Sony QX10

Its time to examine more closely at the Sony A3000 and Sony QX10, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Lens-style and both of them are created by Sony. The sensor resolution of the A3000 (20MP) and the QX10 (18MP) is fairly similar but the A3000 (APS-C) and QX10 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizing.

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The A3000 was unveiled at a similar time to the QX10 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony A3000 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera.

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the A3000 scores against the QX10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha A3000 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The full galleries are viewable at Sony A3000 Gallery & Sony QX10 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Sony A3000 enjoys exterior dimensions of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Sony QX10 has specifications of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the A3000 versus the QX10.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the A3000 and QX10 is 69 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over technical specs. The photograph below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the A3000 and QX10.

As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The A3000 with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony A3000 will offer extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos far more aggressively.