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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony ZV-E1

Portability
85
Imaging
57
Features
55
Overall
56
Fujifilm X-E1 front
 
Sony ZV-E1 front
Portability
80
Imaging
66
Features
89
Overall
75

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony ZV-E1 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400 (Expand to 25600)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 350g - 129 x 75 x 38mm
  • Revealed February 2013
  • Newer Model is Fujifilm X-E2
Sony ZV-E1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 80 - 102400 (Push to 409600)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 1920 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 483g - 121 x 72 x 54mm
  • Released March 2023
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony ZV-E1 Overview

Following is a in depth review of the Fujifilm X-E1 versus Sony ZV-E1, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and ZV-E1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-E1 (APS-C) and ZV-E1 (Full frame) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X-E1 was unveiled 11 years before the ZV-E1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Fujifilm X-E1 grades against the ZV-E1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E1 over the Sony ZV-E1

 Fujifilm X-E1 ZV-E1 

Reasons to pick Sony ZV-E1 over the Fujifilm X-E1

 ZV-E1 Fujifilm X-E1 
ReleasedMarch 2023February 2013More modern by 122 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display size3.00"2.8"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution1037k460kClearer display (+577k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E1 and Sony ZV-E1

 Fujifilm X-E1 ZV-E1 
Manual focus Dial accurate focus

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony ZV-E1 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-E1 provides external measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Sony ZV-E1 has measurements of 121mm x 72mm x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") having a weight of 483 grams (1.06 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X-E1 versus Sony ZV-E1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 compared to the ZV-E1.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony ZV-E1 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E1 and ZV-E1 is 85 and 80 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony ZV-E1 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony ZV-E1 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out specs. The pic below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E1 and ZV-E1.

All in all, each of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-E1 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Fujifilm X-E1 will produce extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-E1 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

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

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

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

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 Portrait photography factors
Sony ZV-E1 Portrait photography factors
74
focusing manually
good resolution (16 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
71
focusing manually
great sensor size (Full frame)
features face detection focus
supports RAW formats
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 Street photography details
Sony ZV-E1 Street photography details
66
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
84
screen can move to multiple angles
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
great sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
features touch focus
weather sealing
lighter than competition (483 grams)
very good ISO range (102,400)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 as a Sports photography camera
Sony ZV-E1 as a Sports photography camera
48
good resolution (16 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
low fps (6.0 frames per second)
no image stabilization
no phase detect auto focus
71
silent shooting (1/8,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
great sensor size (Full frame)
features tracking autofocus
weather sealing
good battery pack (570 CIPA)
supports phase detect auto focus
max shutter speed is low (1/ seconds)
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 Travel photography highlights
Sony ZV-E1 Travel photography highlights
65
good resolution (16MP)
built-in flash
no Timelapse function
display isn't selfie friendly
79
good battery pack (570 shots)
lighter than competition (483g)
weather sealing
connects via bluetooth
features touch focus
screen is selfie friendly
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 Landscape photography features
Sony ZV-E1 Landscape photography features
68
focusing manually
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
nice screen size (2.8 inches)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
no image stabilization
no Timelapse function
79
focusing manually
change lenses (Sony E mount)
screen is a decent size (3.00 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
great sensor size (Full frame)
very good ISO range (102,400)
supports RAW formats
weather sealing
good battery pack (570 shots)
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm X-E1
Vlogging with Sony ZV-E1
32
good video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
has microphone jack
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
85
screen is selfie friendly
touchscreen enabled
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
features face detection focus
video res high (3840 x 1920 resolution)
comes with external mic port
lighter than competition (483 grams)
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Sony ZV-E1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E1 and Sony ZV-E1
 Fujifilm X-E1Sony ZV-E1
General Information
Company FujiFilm Sony
Model type Fujifilm X-E1 Sony ZV-E1
Class Entry-Level Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Revealed 2013-02-28 2023-03-29
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip EXR Pro -
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS I 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 megapixels 12 megapixels
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 25600 409600
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Lowest enhanced ISO - 40
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points - 759
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type Fujifilm X Sony E
Amount of lenses 54 195
Crop factor 1.5 1
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Screen diagonal 2.8" 3.00"
Screen resolution 460 thousand dot 1,037 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x -
Features
Min shutter speed 30s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/4000s -
Max silent shutter speed - 1/8000s
Continuous shutter speed 6.0 frames per sec 10.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain no built-in flash
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Max flash sync 1/180s -
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24 fps) 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 format H.264 MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None 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 seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 350 grams (0.77 lbs) 483 grams (1.06 lbs)
Physical dimensions 129 x 75 x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" 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 pictures 570 pictures
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID W126 NP-FZ100
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording With downloadable app
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at release $600 $2,198