Sony QX1 vs Sony HX50V

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Sony QX1 and Sony HX50V, one being a Lens-style and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Sony. The resolution of the QX1 (20MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is pretty well matched but the QX1 (APS-C) and HX50V (1/2.3") use different sensor measurements.

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The QX1 was revealed 17 months later than the HX50V which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera and the Sony HX50V being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a short summation of how the QX1 matches up against the HX50V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha QX1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The full galleries are provided at Sony QX1 Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony QX1 provides external measurements of 74mm x 70mm x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") along with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Sony HX50V has proportions of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Look at the Sony QX1 and Sony HX50V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the QX1 vs the HX50V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the QX1 and HX50V is 90 and 89 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the QX1 and HX50V.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same megapixel count albeit different sensor sizing. The QX1 has the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier. The fresher QX1 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.