Sony A290 vs Sony QX10

Here is a detailed overview of the Sony A290 vs Sony QX10, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Lens-style and both are manufactured by Sony. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the A290 (14MP) and QX10 (18MP) and the A290 (APS-C) and QX10 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizes.

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The A290 was introduced 4 years prior to the QX10 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Sony A290 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera.

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the A290 matches up vs the QX10 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha DSLR-A290 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony A290 Gallery and Sony QX10 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Sony A290 has outside dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") having a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs) whilst the Sony QX10 has specifications of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).

Examine the Sony A290 vs Sony QX10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the A290 against the QX10.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the A290 and QX10 is 66 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through specs. The photograph below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A290 and QX10.

All in all, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The A290 with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Sony QX10 will show greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older A290 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.