Sony QX1 vs Sony WX5

In this article, we will be contrasting the Sony QX1 vs Sony WX5, former is a Lens-style while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both designed by Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the QX1 (20MP) and WX5 (12MP) and the QX1 (APS-C) and WX5 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The QX1 was brought out 4 years after the WX5 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera and the Sony WX5 being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short introduction of how the QX1 grades vs the WX5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha QX1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The entire galleries are available at Sony QX1 Gallery & Sony WX5 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sony QX1 features exterior 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 WX5 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

Check the Sony QX1 vs Sony WX5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the QX1 vs the WX5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the QX1 and WX5 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions merely by researching specifications. The picture below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the QX1 and WX5.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The QX1 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony QX1 will provide you with more detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots far more aggressively. The younger QX1 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.