Sony NEX-5 vs Sony QX1

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Sony NEX-5 versus Sony QX1, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Lens-style and they are both sold by Sony. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the NEX-5 (14MP) and QX1 (20MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The NEX-5 was brought out 5 years before the QX1 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony NEX-5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera.

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise view of how the NEX-5 matches up against the QX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha NEX-5 and Sony Alpha QX1. The entire galleries are provided at Sony NEX-5 Gallery and Sony QX1 Gallery.