Sony QX1 vs Sony QX100

Below, we are reviewing the Sony QX1 and Sony QX100, both Lens-style cameras and they are both offered by Sony. The resolution of the QX1 (20MP) and the QX100 (20MP) is fairly comparable but the QX1 (APS-C) and QX100 (1") possess different sensor size.

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The QX1 was manufactured 13 months after the QX100 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Lens-style).

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the QX1 matches up against the QX100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha QX1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100. The entire galleries are available at Sony QX1 Gallery and Sony QX100 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sony QX1 enjoys physical dimensions of 74mm x 70mm x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") along with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Sony QX100 has proportions of 63mm x 63mm x 56mm (2.5" x 2.5" x 2.2") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the QX1 and the QX100.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the QX1 and QX100 is 90 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The pic below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the QX1 and QX100.

To sum up, both of those cameras have got the exact same resolution but different sensor sizes. The QX1 comes with the larger sensor which should make achieving bokeh easier. The younger QX1 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.