Sony QX1 vs Sony A57

Below is a extensive overview of the Sony QX1 vs Sony A57, one being a Lens-style and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and they are both designed by Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the QX1 (20MP) and A57 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The QX1 was manufactured 24 months later than the A57 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera and the Sony A57 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the QX1 scores vs the A57 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha QX1 and Sony SLT-A57. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony QX1 Gallery and Sony A57 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony QX1 has got outside dimensions 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 A57 has proportions of 132mm x 98mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 618 grams (1.36 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the QX1 and the A57.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the QX1 and A57 is 90 and 64 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements simply by going through specs. The photograph below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the QX1 and A57.

All in all, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony QX1 to show extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more recent QX1 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.