Sony A560 vs Sony QX10

In this article, we are looking at the Sony A560 versus Sony QX10, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Lens-style and they are both designed by Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the A560 (14MP) and QX10 (18MP) and the A560 (APS-C) and QX10 (1/2.3") feature different sensor dimensions.

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The A560 was released 4 years earlier than the QX10 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony A560 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera.

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief overview of how the A560 matches up versus the QX10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha DSLR-A560 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony A560 Gallery and Sony QX10 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Sony A560 has got physical measurements of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Sony QX10 has sizing of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony A560 versus Sony QX10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the A560 compared to the QX10.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the A560 and QX10 is 64 and 96 respectively.

Often, its hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching specifications. The photograph underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the A560 and QX10.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The A560 because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Sony QX10 will result in more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The older A560 will be behind in sensor technology.