Sony A9 vs Sony QX10
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Sony A9 vs Sony QX10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 673g - 127 x 96 x 63mm
- Revealed April 2017
- Updated by Sony A9 II
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- " Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1440 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 105g - 62 x 62 x 33mm
- Announced September 2013
Sony A9 vs Sony QX10 Overview
The following is a extended review of the Sony A9 vs Sony QX10, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Lens-style and both are sold by Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the A9 (24MP) and QX10 (18MP) and the A9 (Full frame) and QX10 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe A9 was revealed 3 years after the QX10 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Sony A9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera.
Before going in to a full comparison, below is a brief summary of how the A9 matches up versus the QX10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony A9 vs Sony QX10 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha A9 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The full galleries are viewable at Sony A9 Gallery & Sony QX10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A9 over the Sony QX10
A9 | QX10 | |||
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Announced | April 2017 | September 2013 | Newer by 45 months | |
Manual focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | " | Bigger screen (+3") | |
Screen resolution | 1440k | 0k | Crisper screen (+1440k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony QX10 over the Sony A9
QX10 | A9 |
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Common features in the Sony A9 and Sony QX10
A9 | QX10 | |||
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Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Sony A9 vs Sony QX10 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Sony A9 has got outside measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") along with a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Sony QX10 has measurements of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).
Check the Sony A9 vs Sony QX10 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the A9 and the QX10.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A9 and QX10 is 65 and 96 respectively.
Sony A9 vs Sony QX10 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions purely by looking through a spec sheet. The image underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A9 and QX10.
As you can see, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The A9 with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Sony A9 will result in extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger A9 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
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Sony A9 vs Sony QX10 Specifications
Sony Alpha A9 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha A9 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Lens-style |
Revealed | 2017-04-19 | 2013-09-04 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Lens-style |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | BIONZ X | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 35.6 x 23.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 847.3mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 18MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 693 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Sony E | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Total lenses | 121 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | - |
Resolution of display | 1,440k dot | 0k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | Depends on connected smartphone |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,686k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 20.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync | None |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1440 x 1080 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1440x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 673g (1.48 pounds) | 105g (0.23 pounds) |
Dimensions | 127 x 96 x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") | 62 x 62 x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 92 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 3517 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 650 images | 220 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-FZ100 | NP-BN, |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs + continuous) | Yes (2, 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC, Memory Stick Micro |
Storage slots | 2 | One |
Retail cost | $4,498 | $250 |