Sony QX1 vs Sony RX100 VA

On this page, we will be comparing the Sony QX1 versus Sony RX100 VA, one is a Lens-style and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both created by Sony. The sensor resolution of the QX1 (20MP) and the RX100 VA (20MP) is relatively similar but the QX1 (APS-C) and RX100 VA (1") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The QX1 was brought out 4 years earlier than the RX100 VA which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera and the Sony RX100 VA being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief overview of how the QX1 scores vs the RX100 VA in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha QX1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A). The entire galleries are available at Sony QX1 Gallery and Sony RX100 VA Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Sony QX1 has exterior measurements of 74mm x 70mm x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 VA has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

Analyze the Sony QX1 versus Sony RX100 VA in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the QX1 compared to the RX100 VA.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the QX1 and RX100 VA is 90 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The image here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the QX1 and RX100 VA.

Clearly, both of the cameras provide the same MP albeit not the same sensor sizes. The QX1 provides the bigger sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF less difficult. The more aged QX1 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.