Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony ZV-E1
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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony ZV-E1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 330g - 117 x 67 x 39mm
- Announced November 2013
- Updated by Fujifilm X-A2
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 102400 (Expand to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 1920 video
- Sony E Mount
- 483g - 121 x 72 x 54mm
- Introduced March 2023
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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.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe 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.
Photography Glossary Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony ZV-E1 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A1 over the Sony ZV-E1
| Fujifilm X-A1 | ZV-E1 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony ZV-E1 over the Fujifilm X-A1
| ZV-E1 | Fujifilm X-A1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | March 2023 | November 2013 | Fresher by 113 months | |
| Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
| Display resolution | 1037k | 920k | Crisper display (+117k dot) | |
| Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
| Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-A1 and Sony ZV-E1
| Fujifilm X-A1 | ZV-E1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
| Display dimension | 3" | 3.00" | Identical display dimensions |
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony ZV-E1 Physical Comparison
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).
Contrast the Fujifilm X-A1 and Sony ZV-E1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
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.
Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony ZV-E1 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony ZV-E1 Specifications
| Fujifilm X-A1 | Sony ZV-E1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Sony |
| Model type | Fujifilm X-A1 | Sony ZV-E1 |
| Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
| Announced | 2013-11-30 | 2023-03-29 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | EXR Processor II | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
| Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 847.3mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 4240 x 2832 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 102400 |
| Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 409600 |
| Lowest native ISO | 200 | 80 |
| RAW support | ||
| Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 40 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Total focus points | 49 | 759 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | Fujifilm X | Sony E |
| Number of lenses | 54 | 195 |
| Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
| Display size | 3" | 3.00" |
| Resolution of display | 920k dots | 1,037k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | - |
| Max quiet shutter speed | - | 1/8000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.00 m (ISO200m) | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander | no built-in flash |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | 1/180s | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 14 min./1280 x 720 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 27 min. | 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XA3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x1920 |
| Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 330g (0.73 lbs) | 483g (1.06 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") | 121 x 72 x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 350 photographs | 570 photographs |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NP-W126 | NP-FZ100 |
| Self timer | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) | Yes |
| Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
| Storage type | SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at release | $329 | $2,198 |