Sony QX1 vs Sony TX30

Here, we will be reviewing the Sony QX1 versus Sony TX30, one is a Lens-style and the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both produced by Sony. The sensor resolution of the QX1 (20MP) and the TX30 (18MP) is pretty similar but the QX1 (APS-C) and TX30 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The QX1 was introduced 14 months after the TX30 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera and the Sony TX30 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the QX1 scores vs the TX30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha QX1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The whole galleries are provided at Sony QX1 Gallery and Sony TX30 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Sony QX1 has got external 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 TX30 has specifications of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony QX1 versus Sony TX30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the QX1 vs the TX30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the QX1 and TX30 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the QX1 and TX30.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The QX1 using its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Sony QX1 will offer you more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern QX1 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.