Sony G3 vs Sony QX10
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Sony G3 vs Sony QX10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- " Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1440 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 105g - 62 x 62 x 33mm
- Launched September 2013
Sony G3 vs Sony QX10 Overview
Lets look a bit more in depth at the Sony G3 vs Sony QX10, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Lens-style and they are both offered by Sony. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the G3 (10MP) and QX10 (18MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe G3 was brought out 5 years prior to the QX10 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Sony G3 being a Compact camera and the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera.
Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the G3 grades vs the QX10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Sony G3 vs Sony QX10 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The entire galleries are available at Sony G3 Gallery & Sony QX10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Sony QX10
G3 | QX10 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen size | 3.5" | " | Bigger screen (+3.5") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 0k | Sharper screen (+921k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony QX10 over the Sony G3
QX10 | G3 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Launched | September 2013 | January 2009 | More modern by 56 months |
Common features in the Sony G3 and Sony QX10
G3 | QX10 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Sony G3 vs Sony QX10 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Sony G3 enjoys exterior measurements of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Sony QX10 has sizing of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).
See the Sony G3 vs Sony QX10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the G3 versus the QX10.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the G3 and QX10 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Sony G3 vs Sony QX10 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes just by going through specifications. The image underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G3 and QX10.
To sum up, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Sony QX10 to show more detail having its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged G3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Sony G3 vs Sony QX10 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Lens-style |
Introduced | 2009-01-08 | 2013-09-04 |
Body design | Compact | Lens-style |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-10.0 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.5 inches | - |
Resolution of display | 921k dot | 0k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | Depends on connected smartphone |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.30 m (Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | None |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1440 x 1080 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1440x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 185g (0.41 lbs) | 105g (0.23 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 62 x 62 x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 photos |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BN, |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal | microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC, Memory Stick Micro |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $200 | $250 |