Sony QX1 vs Sony A65
90 Imaging
63 Features
48 Overall
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64 Imaging
63 Features
85 Overall
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Sony QX1 vs Sony A65 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- " Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 216g - 74 x 70 x 53mm
- Introduced September 2014
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 622g - 132 x 97 x 81mm
- Announced November 2011
- New Model is Sony A68
Sony QX1 vs Sony A65 Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Sony QX1 and Sony A65, one being a Lens-style and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and both of them are manufactured by Sony. The resolution of the QX1 (20MP) and the A65 (24MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor size (APS-C).
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe QX1 was introduced 2 years later than the A65 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera and the Sony A65 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the QX1 grades vs the A65 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony QX1 vs Sony A65 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha QX1 and Sony SLT-A65. The whole galleries are available at Sony QX1 Gallery and Sony A65 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony QX1 over the Sony A65
QX1 | A65 | |||
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Announced | September 2014 | November 2011 | Fresher by 35 months | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A65 over the Sony QX1
A65 | QX1 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | " | Larger display (+3") | |
Display resolution | 921k | 0k | Clearer display (+921k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Sony QX1 and Sony A65
QX1 | A65 | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focus |
Sony QX1 vs Sony A65 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Sony QX1 has got physical measurements of 74mm x 70mm x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Sony A65 has measurements of 132mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 622 grams (1.37 lbs).
Analyze the Sony QX1 and Sony A65 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the QX1 against the A65.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the QX1 and A65 is 90 and 64 respectively.
Sony QX1 vs Sony A65 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by checking specs. The graphic underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the QX1 and A65.
All in all, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony A65 to give extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The fresher QX1 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
Sony QX1 vs Sony A65 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony QX1 vs Sony A65 Specifications
Sony Alpha QX1 | Sony SLT-A65 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Alpha QX1 | Sony SLT-A65 |
Type | Lens-style | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2014-09-03 | 2011-11-15 |
Physical type | Lens-style | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Bionz X | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.2 x 15.4mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 357.3mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5456 x 3632 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 16000 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 15 |
Cross type focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Sony E | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Total lenses | - | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | - | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 0 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) | 10.00 m |
Flash modes | Off, auto, fill, slow sync, rear sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 216g (0.48 lbs) | 622g (1.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 74 x 70 x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") | 132 x 97 x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 74 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 717 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 440 shots | 560 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-FW50 | NP-FM500H |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC, Memory Stick Micro | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $500 | $700 |