Sony A290 vs Sony QX1

Following is a detailed analysis of the Sony A290 vs Sony QX1, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Lens-style and they are both built by Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the A290 (14MP) and QX1 (20MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The A290 was introduced 5 years before the QX1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Sony A290 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera.

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the A290 matches up against the QX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 & Sony Alpha QX1. The whole galleries are available at Sony A290 Gallery & Sony QX1 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony A290 features external measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") and a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs) while 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).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the A290 vs the QX1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A290 and QX1 is 66 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching specs. The pic underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the A290 and QX1.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sony QX1 to result in extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged A290 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.