Sony A230 vs Sony QX100
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Sony A230 vs Sony QX100 Key Specs
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- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- " Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 179g - 63 x 63 x 56mm
- Launched September 2013
Sony A230 vs Sony QX100 Overview
In this write-up, we are looking at the Sony A230 versus Sony QX100, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Lens-style and they are both offered by Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the A230 (10MP) and QX100 (20MP) and the A230 (APS-C) and QX100 (1") feature totally different sensor size.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe A230 was announced 5 years prior to the QX100 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sony A230 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony QX100 being a Lens-style camera.
Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the A230 grades against the QX100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony A230 vs Sony QX100 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100. The whole galleries are available at Sony A230 Gallery and Sony QX100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A230 over the Sony QX100
A230 | QX100 | |||
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Display sizing | 2.7" | " | Larger display (+2.7") | |
Display resolution | 230k | 0k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony QX100 over the Sony A230
QX100 | A230 | |||
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Launched | September 2013 | May 2009 | Fresher by 52 months | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Sony A230 and Sony QX100
A230 | QX100 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Sony A230 vs Sony QX100 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Sony A230 comes with physical dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 68mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.7") having a weight of 490 grams (1.08 lbs) whilst the Sony QX100 has specifications of 63mm x 63mm x 56mm (2.5" x 2.5" x 2.2") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check the Sony A230 versus Sony QX100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the A230 and the QX100.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A230 and QX100 is 69 and 92 respectively.
Sony A230 vs Sony QX100 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The graphic here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A230 and QX100.
All in all, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The A230 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Sony QX100 will offer greater detail with its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The older A230 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Sony A230 vs Sony QX100 Specifications
Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha DSLR-A230 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100 |
Type | Entry-Level DSLR | Lens-style |
Announced | 2009-05-18 | 2013-09-05 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Lens-style |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Bionz | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Sony/Minolta Alpha | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 28-100mm (3.6x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/1.8-4.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Available lenses | 143 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | - |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 0k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | Depends on connected smartphone |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless | None |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/160s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 490 gr (1.08 pounds) | 179 gr (0.39 pounds) |
Dimensions | 128 x 97 x 68mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.7") | 63 x 63 x 56mm (2.5" x 2.5" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 63 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.3 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 531 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 photographs | 200 photographs |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-FH50 | NP-BN, |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo | microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC, Memory Stick Micro |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $569 | $268 |