Sony QX1 vs Sony QX30

Below is a in depth overview of the Sony QX1 and Sony QX30, both Lens-style cameras and both are produced by Sony. The sensor resolution of the QX1 (20MP) and the QX30 (20MP) is pretty close but the QX1 (APS-C) and QX30 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The QX1 was unveiled very close to the QX30 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Lens-style).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the QX1 scores versus the QX30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha QX1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30. The full galleries are provided at Sony QX1 Gallery & Sony QX30 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Sony QX1 comes with external measurements 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 QX30 has specifications of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the QX1 compared to the QX30.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the QX1 and QX30 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements just by looking through specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the QX1 and QX30.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras feature the identical megapixel count albeit not the same sensor measurements. The QX1 has the bigger sensor which will make obtaining shallow DOF easier.