Sony QX10 vs Sony RX100 VA

In this article, we will be looking at the Sony QX10 vs Sony RX100 VA, one is a Lens-style and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both are produced by Sony. The resolution of the QX10 (18MP) and the RX100 VA (20MP) is relatively comparable but the QX10 (1/2.3") and RX100 VA (1") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The QX10 was manufactured 5 years before the RX100 VA which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera and the Sony RX100 VA being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the QX10 grades against the RX100 VA in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A). The entire galleries are provided at Sony QX10 Gallery and Sony RX100 VA Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony QX10 features exterior dimensions of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Sony RX100 VA has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

Compare the Sony QX10 vs Sony RX100 VA in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the QX10 against the RX100 VA.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the QX10 and RX100 VA is 96 and 89 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions only by going through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the QX10 and RX100 VA.

Clearly, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The QX10 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sony RX100 VA will provide extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged QX10 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.