Fujifilm X-A5 vs Sony ZV-E1

Let's look much closer at the Fujifilm X-A5 vs Sony ZV-E1, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A5 (24MP) and ZV-E1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-A5 (APS-C) and ZV-E1 (Full frame) use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-A5 was introduced 6 years prior to the ZV-E1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-A5 scores vs the ZV-E1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-A5 and Sony ZV-E1. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X-A5 Gallery and Sony ZV-E1 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-A5 has external measurements of 117mm x 68mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 361 grams (0.80 lbs) and the Sony ZV-E1 has proportions of 121mm x 72mm x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") and a weight of 483 grams (1.06 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X-A5 vs Sony ZV-E1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A5 compared to the ZV-E1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A5 and ZV-E1 is 86 and 80 respectively.

Often, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading through technical specs. The picture below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-A5 and ZV-E1.

As you have seen, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A5 having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Fujifilm X-A5 will give you greater detail using its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-A5 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.