Sony a5100 vs Sony QX100

Below, we are matching up the Sony a5100 and Sony QX100, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Lens-style and both of them are manufactured by Sony. The image resolution of the a5100 (24MP) and the QX100 (20MP) is very close but the a5100 (APS-C) and QX100 (1") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The a5100 was announced 12 months after the QX100 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Sony a5100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony QX100 being a Lens-style camera.

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the a5100 matches up vs the QX100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha a5100 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100. The whole galleries are provided at Sony a5100 Gallery and Sony QX100 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony a5100 features physical measurements of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sony QX100 has proportions of 63mm x 63mm x 56mm (2.5" x 2.5" x 2.2") and a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the a5100 vs the QX100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the a5100 and QX100 is 89 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing specifications. The image underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the a5100 and QX100.

Plainly, the two cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The a5100 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony a5100 will result in greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more modern a5100 will have an advantage in sensor technology.