Sony A850 vs Sony QX10

Here, we will be contrasting the Sony A850 and Sony QX10, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Lens-style and both are manufactured by Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the A850 (25MP) and QX10 (18MP) and the A850 (Full frame) and QX10 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The A850 was released 4 years prior to the QX10 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony A850 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera.

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the A850 grades against the QX10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha DSLR-A850 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The complete galleries are provided at Sony A850 Gallery & Sony QX10 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sony A850 has got physical dimensions of 156mm x 117mm x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") and a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs) and the Sony QX10 has proportions of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the A850 vs the QX10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A850 and QX10 is 54 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading specifications. The image underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the A850 and QX10.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The A850 due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Sony A850 will offer extra detail as a result of its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged A850 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.