Sony QX1 vs Sony a1

On this page, we will be matching up the Sony QX1 and Sony a1, one is a Lens-style and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless and both of them are manufactured by Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the QX1 (20MP) and a1 (50MP) and the QX1 (APS-C) and a1 (Full frame) posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The QX1 was launched 7 years earlier than the a1 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera and the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a simple view of how the QX1 matches up vs the a1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha QX1 and Sony Alpha a1. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony QX1 Gallery and Sony a1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Sony QX1 enjoys external dimensions of 74mm x 70mm x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") and a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Sony a1 has proportions of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") having a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the QX1 vs the a1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the QX1 and a1 is 90 and 61 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by looking at specifications. The picture below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the QX1 and a1.

To sum up, the two cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The QX1 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Sony a1 will resolve more detail utilizing its extra 30MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged QX1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.