Sony A330 vs Sony QX1
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![Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 front Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A330/Sony-A330-front.jpg)
![Sony Alpha QX1 front Sony Alpha QX1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Alpha-QX1/Sony-QX1-front.jpg)
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Sony A330 vs Sony QX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 529g - 128 x 97 x 71mm
- Revealed May 2009
- Old Model is Sony A300
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- " Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 216g - 74 x 70 x 53mm
- Announced September 2014
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Sony A330 vs Sony QX1 Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Sony A330 vs Sony QX1, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Lens-style and both of them are offered by Sony. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the A330 (10MP) and QX1 (20MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (APS-C).
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The A330 was unveiled 6 years before the QX1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Sony A330 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera.
Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the A330 scores vs the QX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Sony A330 vs Sony QX1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 and Sony Alpha QX1. The full galleries are available at Sony A330 Gallery and Sony QX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A330 over the Sony QX1
A330 | QX1 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | " | Bigger screen (+2.7") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 0k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony QX1 over the Sony A330
QX1 | A330 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Announced | September 2014 | ![]() | May 2009 | More modern by 64 months |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Sony A330 and Sony QX1
A330 | QX1 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Sony A330 vs Sony QX1 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Sony A330 offers outer measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 529 grams (1.17 lbs) while the Sony QX1 has sizing of 74mm x 70mm x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") along with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).
Check the Sony A330 vs Sony QX1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the A330 vs the QX1.
![Sony A330 vs Sony QX1 size comparison Sony A330 vs Sony QX1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A330-vs-Sony-Alpha-QX1-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the A330 and QX1 is 67 and 90 respectively.
![Sony A330 vs Sony QX1 top view buttons comparison Sony A330 vs Sony QX1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A330-vs-Sony-Alpha-QX1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Sony A330 vs Sony QX1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching a spec sheet. The pic here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the A330 and QX1.
As you can see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony QX1 to provide you with extra detail having an extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged A330 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
![Sony A330 vs Sony QX1 sensor size comparison Sony A330 vs Sony QX1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A330-vs-Sony-Alpha-QX1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Sony A330 vs Sony QX1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Sony A330 vs Sony QX1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Sony A330 vs Sony QX1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Sony-Alpha-DSLR-A330-vs-Sony-Alpha-QX1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Sony A330 vs Sony QX1 Specifications
Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 | Sony Alpha QX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Alpha DSLR-A330 | Sony Alpha QX1 |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Lens-style |
Revealed | 2009-05-18 | 2014-09-03 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Lens-style |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Bionz | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.2 x 15.4mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 357.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 3872 x 2592 | 5456 x 3632 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 16000 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Sony/Minolta Alpha | Sony E |
Available lenses | 143 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | - |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 0k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentamirror) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.49x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless | Off, auto, fill, slow sync, rear sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/160 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (30p) |
Max video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 529g (1.17 lb) | 216g (0.48 lb) |
Dimensions | 128 x 97 x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") | 74 x 70 x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 64 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 535 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 photos | 440 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-FH50 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo | microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC, Memory Stick Micro |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $545 | $500 |