Sony QX1 vs Sony A99

Let's look more closely at the Sony QX1 and Sony A99, one is a Lens-style and the other is a Advanced DSLR and both of them are created by Sony. The sensor resolution of the QX1 (20MP) and the A99 (24MP) is fairly similar but the QX1 (APS-C) and A99 (Full frame) posses different sensor dimensions.

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The QX1 was manufactured 21 months after the A99 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera and the Sony A99 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the QX1 grades versus the A99 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha QX1 and Sony SLT-A99. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony QX1 Gallery and Sony A99 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you should factor in its weight and size. The Sony QX1 features exterior 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) whilst the Sony A99 has specifications of 147mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 3.1") and a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs).

Compare the Sony QX1 and Sony A99 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the QX1 versus the A99.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the QX1 and A99 is 90 and 57 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by going over technical specs. The image below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the QX1 and A99.

As you have seen, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The QX1 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sony A99 will deliver extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more recent QX1 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.