Sony QX1 vs Sony A6100

The following is a in depth review of the Sony QX1 versus Sony A6100, one is a Lens-style and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and they are both sold by Sony. The resolution of the QX1 (20MP) and the A6100 (24MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

Photography Glossary

The QX1 was brought out 6 years before the A6100 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera and the Sony A6100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the QX1 matches up vs the A6100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha QX1 and Sony Alpha a6100. The entire galleries are provided at Sony QX1 Gallery and Sony A6100 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Sony QX1 has outside measurements of 74mm x 70mm x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") and a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Sony A6100 has sizing of 120mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") along with a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

Examine the Sony QX1 versus Sony A6100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the QX1 vs the A6100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the QX1 and A6100 is 90 and 81 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions just by going over technical specs. The picture below will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the QX1 and A6100.

As you can tell, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony A6100 to deliver more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged QX1 is going to be behind in sensor tech.