Sony QX30 vs Sony A55

Let's look more in depth at the Sony QX30 versus Sony A55, one being a Lens-style and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and both are sold by Sony. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the QX30 (20MP) and A55 (16MP) and the QX30 (1/2.3") and A55 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.

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The QX30 was released 4 years later than the A55 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera and the Sony A55 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the QX30 grades versus the A55 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30 and Sony SLT-A55. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony QX30 Gallery and Sony A55 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Sony QX30 enjoys outside measurements of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony A55 has measurements of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

Check the Sony QX30 versus Sony A55 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the QX30 versus the A55.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the QX30 and A55 is 91 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements purely by seeing specifications. The visual below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the QX30 and A55.

To sum up, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The QX30 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Sony QX30 will produce greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics way more aggressively. The newer QX30 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.