Sony QX1 vs Sony A6400

Let's take a closer look at the Sony QX1 and Sony A6400, former is a Lens-style while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are designed by Sony. The resolution of the QX1 (20MP) and the A6400 (24MP) is pretty similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The QX1 was unveiled 5 years before the A6400 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera and the Sony A6400 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the QX1 matches up versus the A6400 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha QX1 & Sony Alpha a6400. The full galleries are viewable at Sony QX1 Gallery & Sony A6400 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Sony QX1 offers exterior measurements of 74mm x 70mm x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") and a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Sony A6400 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") having a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the QX1 compared to the A6400.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the QX1 and A6400 is 90 and 83 respectively.

Normally, its tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over technical specs. The picture here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the QX1 and A6400.

As you have seen, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Sony A6400 to deliver more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged QX1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.