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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony ZV-E1

Portability
87
Imaging
57
Features
61
Overall
58
Fujifilm X-A1 front
 
Sony ZV-E1 front
Portability
80
Imaging
66
Features
89
Overall
75

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony ZV-E1 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-A1
(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
Sony ZV-E1
(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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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony ZV-E1 Overview

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.

Photography Glossary

        

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 
IntroducedMarch 2023November 2013Fresher by 113 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating display
Display resolution1037k920kCrisper 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 dimension3"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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony ZV-E1 size comparison

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 top view buttons comparison

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.

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony ZV-E1 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony ZV-E1 as a Portrait photography camera
74
you can focus manually
MP count good (16 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
comes with face detection focus
exports RAW formats
71
manual focus
sensor size is large (Full frame)
provides face detection autofocus
supports RAW formats
MP count low (12 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm X-A1
Street photography with Sony ZV-E1
76
screen tilts
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
84
screen articulates
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
offers focus by touch
weather proof
lighter than others in class (483g)
above average ISO range (102,400)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 Sports photography info
Sony ZV-E1 Sports photography info
53
MP count good (16MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
comes with tracking autofocus
continuous shooting slow (6.0 frames per second)
does not have image stabilization
lacks phase detect auto focus
71
quiet shutter (1/8,000s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
provides tracking autofocus
weather proof
better than average battery pack (570 shots)
sensor has phase detect autofocus
max shutter speed is low (1/s)
MP count low (12MP)
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 Travel photography details
Sony ZV-E1 Travel photography details
66
MP count good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
no Timelapse mode
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
79
better than average battery pack (570 CIPA)
lighter than others in class (483 grams)
weather proof
supports bluetooth
offers focus by touch
selfie friendly display
MP count low (12 megapixels)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 Landscape photography details
Sony ZV-E1 Landscape photography details
69
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3 inches)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
no Timelapse mode
79
manual focus
switch lenses (Sony E mount)
good sized screen (3.00 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
above average ISO range (102,400)
supports RAW formats
weather proof
better than average battery pack (570 CIPA)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-A1 as a Vlogging camera
Sony ZV-E1 as a Vlogging camera
31
comes with face detection focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
no external microphone support
85
selfie friendly display
screen is touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
provides face detection autofocus
high quality video (3840 x 1920 pixels)
includes external mic socket
lighter than others in class (483g)
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Fujifilm X-A1 vs Sony ZV-E1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-A1 and Sony ZV-E1
 Fujifilm X-A1Sony 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