Sony QX10 vs Sony WX5
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Sony QX10 vs Sony WX5 Key Specs
(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
- Announced September 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 146g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Announced July 2010
Photography Glossary Sony QX10 vs Sony WX5 Overview
Following is a detailed assessment of the Sony QX10 vs Sony WX5, former is a Lens-style while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are produced by Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the QX10 (18MP) and WX5 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe QX10 was released 3 years after the WX5 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera and the Sony WX5 being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the QX10 grades against the WX5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Sony QX10 over the Sony WX5
| QX10 | WX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | September 2013 |  | July 2010 | More modern by 39 months |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony WX5 over the Sony QX10
| WX5 | QX10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimensions | 2.8" |  | " | Bigger screen (+2.8") |
| Screen resolution | 461k |  | 0k | Clearer screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Sony QX10 and Sony WX5
| QX10 | WX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen |
Sony QX10 vs Sony WX5 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Sony QX10 provides external measurements of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs) and the Sony WX5 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the QX10 compared to the WX5.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the QX10 and WX5 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Sony QX10 vs Sony WX5 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specs. The pic underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the QX10 and WX5.
All in all, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sony QX10 to deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent QX10 provides a benefit in sensor tech.
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Sony QX10 vs Sony WX5 Specifications
| Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
| Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5 |
| Class | Lens-style | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2013-09-04 | 2010-07-08 |
| Physical type | Lens-style | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Bionz |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 18 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 25-250mm (10.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.4-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | - | 2.8 inches |
| Screen resolution | 0k dots | 461k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Screen tech | Depends on connected smartphone | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 2 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.10 m |
| Flash settings | None | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1440 x 1080 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (50 fps), 1440 x 1080 (50, 25fps), 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (25 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1440x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4 | AVCHD |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 105 gr (0.23 lb) | 146 gr (0.32 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 62 x 62 x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
| 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 | - |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | NP-BN, | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC, Memory Stick Micro | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at release | $250 | $250 |