Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony ZV-E1

Here is a extensive assessment of the Fujifilm X-A1 and Sony ZV-E1, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and ZV-E1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-A1 (APS-C) and ZV-E1 (Full frame) feature different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-A1 was launched 10 years prior to the ZV-E1 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm X-A1 grades against the ZV-E1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A1 & Sony ZV-E1. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery & Sony ZV-E1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-A1 enjoys outer dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Sony ZV-E1 has proportions of 121mm x 72mm x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") having a weight of 483 grams (1.06 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 against the ZV-E1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A1 and ZV-E1 is 87 and 80 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through specifications. The graphic underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A1 and ZV-E1.

To sum up, both of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-A1 due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Fujifilm X-A1 will give greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-A1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.