Sony HX50V vs Sony QX30

Let's look a bit more closely at the Sony HX50V versus Sony QX30, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Lens-style and both of them are manufactured by Sony. The resolution of the HX50V (20MP) and the QX30 (20MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The HX50V was revealed 16 months prior to the QX30 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony HX50V being a Compact camera and the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera.

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a quick overview of how the HX50V grades against the QX30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30. The full galleries are viewable at Sony HX50V Gallery and Sony QX30 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sony HX50V provides external dimensions of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs) and the Sony QX30 has measurements of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Compare the Sony HX50V versus Sony QX30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the HX50V and the QX30.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the HX50V and QX30 is 89 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by going over specs. The image underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the HX50V and QX30.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs although you would want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged HX50V is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.