Sony ILCE-QX1

Transform your smartphone into a professional camera

Sony ILCE-QX1
68/100
CAMERA SCORE
Features 15
Performance 12
Durability 13
Price 14
Usability 14
Brand Sony
Model ILCE-QX1

Key Features

SENSOR APS-C Exmor CMOS sensor, 20.1 megapixels
PROCESSOR BIONZ X image processor for high-speed processing
AUTOFOCUS Contrast-detection AF with 25 focus points
PHASE DETECTION None, relies on contrast-detection AF system
VIDEO Full HD 1920x1080 at 30p, MP4 format
STABILIZATION None in-body; relies on OSS lenses
BURST RATE Up to 3.5 frames per second
VIEWFINDER None; uses smartphone screen via Wi-Fi/NFC
DISPLAY None; relies on paired smartphone display
CONNECTIVITY Wi-Fi, NFC, Micro USB, Micro HDMI
MEMORY CARD MicroSD/SDHC/SDXC and Memory Stick Micro
WEATHER SEALING None; plastic construction
BATTERY LIFE Approx. 440 shots per charge, NP-FW50

The Most Important Buttons & Dials — Sony ILCE-QX1

Control / Button / Dial Status Note
Shutter-release Button ✓ Present Physical button on unit
Mode Dial ✗ Not Present Controlled via app
+/- EV (Exposure Compensation) Button ✗ Not Present Controlled via app
Dedicated ISO Button ✗ Not Present Controlled via app
Dedicated Aperture Dial / Ring ✗ Not Present Controlled via app
Dedicated Shutter Speed Dial ✗ Not Present Controlled via app
AF-ON Button ✗ Not Present Controlled via app
Main Command Dial ✗ Not Present Controlled via app
Sub-Command Dial ✗ Not Present Controlled via app
Function (Fn) Buttons ✗ Not Present Controlled via app
Joystick / Multi-selector ✗ Not Present Controlled via app
AF-assist / Self-timer Lamp ✓ Present
Monitor Mode Button ✗ Not Present
Video Record Button ✗ Not Present Controlled via app
Drive Mode Control ✗ Not Present Controlled via app

How-to Use Sony ILCE-QX1

Welcome to the How-to section of the camera. In this Light & Composition University website, each page for a camera has a how-to section and a section for learning. Simply because the buttons and the controls of each camera is located in different places that not only varies for brands but in each model. How-to section help you operate your camera, however, if you are interested to learn photography, not only you need to know how your camera works, but also you must know what you can change and why you do that to get better photo. Click the “Learn” or scroll down.

Sony ILCE-QX1 Exposure Indicators

Optimal exposure Underexposed by 1/3 EV Overexposed by over 2 EV
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The key to the photography is light, and it’s the exposure indicators, where you see how much light your camera sensor sees. These indicators both in monitor and viewfinder show whether the photograph would be under or over-exposed at the current setting. The amount of under or overexposure is shown in increments of 1/3 EV.

Learn & Master Photography with Sony ILCE-QX1

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Technical Specification

Sensor APS-C CMOS
Resolution 20.1 MP
ISO Range 100-16000
Autofocus Contrast-detect 25-point
Shutter Speed 1/4000 to 30 sec
Burst Rate 3.5 fps
Video 1080p 30fps
Stabilization None (Lens dependent)
Viewfinder None
LCD None
Memory Card microSD/Memory Stick Micro
Connectivity Wi-Fi, NFC, USB 2.0
Battery Life 440 shots
Weight 216g
Dimensions 74 x 70 x 53 mm