Sony QX30 vs Sony RX100 IV
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Sony QX30 vs Sony RX100 IV Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- " Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 193g - 68 x 65 x 58mm
- Launched September 2014
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 298g - 102 x 58 x 41mm
- Announced June 2015
- Replaced the Sony RX100 III
- Newer Model is Sony RX100 V
Sony QX30 vs Sony RX100 IV Overview
Following is a in-depth analysis of the Sony QX30 and Sony RX100 IV, former is a Lens-style while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both designed by Sony. The image resolution of the QX30 (20MP) and the RX100 IV (20MP) is relatively close but the QX30 (1/2.3") and RX100 IV (1") boast totally different sensor dimensions.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe QX30 was revealed 9 months earlier than the RX100 IV which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera and the Sony RX100 IV being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick overview of how the QX30 grades versus the RX100 IV in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Sony QX30 vs Sony RX100 IV Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV. The full galleries are viewable at Sony QX30 Gallery & Sony RX100 IV Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony QX30 over the Sony RX100 IV
QX30 | RX100 IV | |||
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Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 IV over the Sony QX30
RX100 IV | QX30 | |||
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Announced | June 2015 | September 2014 | More modern by 9 months | |
Manual focus | Very exact focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | " | Bigger screen (+3") | |
Screen resolution | 1229k | 0k | Clearer screen (+1229k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Sony QX30 and Sony RX100 IV
QX30 | RX100 IV |
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Sony QX30 vs Sony RX100 IV Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Sony QX30 comes with exterior 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) whilst the Sony RX100 IV has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).
Check out the Sony QX30 and Sony RX100 IV in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the QX30 versus the RX100 IV.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the QX30 and RX100 IV is 91 and 89 respectively.
Sony QX30 vs Sony RX100 IV Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching a spec sheet. The image here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the QX30 and RX100 IV.
As you can see, both of these cameras have the same resolution albeit not the same sensor sizes. The QX30 includes the smaller sensor which will make getting shallow DOF more difficult. The more aged QX30 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
Sony QX30 vs Sony RX100 IV Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony QX30 vs Sony RX100 IV Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV |
Class | Lens-style | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2014-09-03 | 2015-06-10 |
Physical type | Lens-style | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Bionz X | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 24-70mm (2.9x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-6.3 | f/1.8-2.8 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | - | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 0k dots | 1,229k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Max quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 16.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash settings | None | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/2000 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p) | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p/60i/24p), 1280 x 720 (60p/30p/24p/120p), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 193g (0.43 lb) | 298g (0.66 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 68 x 65 x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") | 102 x 58 x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 70 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 562 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 shots | 280 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-BN, | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC, Memory Stick Micro | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $348 | $898 |