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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony ZV-E1

Portability
85
Imaging
68
Features
78
Overall
72
Fujifilm X-E3 front
 
Sony ZV-E1 front
Portability
80
Imaging
67
Features
89
Overall
75

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony ZV-E1 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E3
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 337g - 121 x 74 x 43mm
  • Announced September 2017
  • Older Model is Fujifilm X-E2S
  • Replacement is Fujifilm X-E4
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-E3 vs Sony ZV-E1 Overview

Let's take a more detailed look at the Fujifilm X-E3 versus Sony ZV-E1, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E3 (24MP) and ZV-E1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-E3 (APS-C) and ZV-E1 (Full frame) possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-E3 was released 6 years prior to the ZV-E1 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the Fujifilm X-E3 grades vs the ZV-E1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E3 over the Sony ZV-E1

 Fujifilm X-E3 ZV-E1 
Display resolution1040k1037kClearer display (+3k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony ZV-E1 over the Fujifilm X-E3

 ZV-E1 Fujifilm X-E3 
IntroducedMarch 2023September 2017Fresher by 67 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E3 and Sony ZV-E1

 Fujifilm X-E3 ZV-E1 
Manually focus More accurate focusing
Display dimension3"3.00"Identical display measurements
Touch display Easily navigate

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony ZV-E1 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E3 comes with exterior dimensions of 121mm x 74mm x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") having a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Sony ZV-E1 has dimensions of 121mm x 72mm x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") along with a weight of 483 grams (1.06 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-E3 versus Sony ZV-E1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-E3 vs the ZV-E1.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony ZV-E1 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E3 and ZV-E1 is 85 and 80 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony ZV-E1 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony ZV-E1 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, its hard to see the gap in sensor sizing only by going through technical specs. The graphic here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E3 and ZV-E1.

As you can tell, both the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-E3 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh trickier and the Fujifilm X-E3 will produce extra detail as a result of its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-E3 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony ZV-E1 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony ZV-E1 as a Portrait photography camera
80
you can focus manually
MP count decent (24 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
offers face detection focus
supports RAW files
72
manual focus
large sensor size (Full frame)
features face detection autofocus
supports RAW formats
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Street photography information
Sony ZV-E1 Street photography information
72
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
offers focus via touch
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
84
screen articulates fully
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
large sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
has focus by touch
weather proofing
lighter than competition (483 grams)
great ISO range (102,400)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Sports photography advice
Sony ZV-E1 Sports photography advice
75
silent shooting (1/32,000 seconds)
MP count decent (24 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
offers tracking autofocus
sensor has phase detect auto focus
does not have image stabilization
72
silent mode (1/8,000 seconds)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
large sensor size (Full frame)
features tracking autofocus
weather proofing
great battery pack (570 per charge)
has phase detect autofocus
low maximum shutter speed (1/ seconds)
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Travel photography details
Sony ZV-E1 Travel photography details
77
has bluetooth
offers focus via touch
MP count decent (24MP)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
79
great battery pack (570 shots)
lighter than competition (483g)
weather proofing
connects via bluetooth
has focus by touch
screen is selfie friendly
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 Landscape photography details
Sony ZV-E1 Landscape photography details
79
you can focus manually
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen is a decent size (3")
MP count decent (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
doesnt have anti-alias filter
supports RAW files
does not have image stabilization
79
manual focus
swap lenses (Sony E mount)
screen size is good (3.00 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
large sensor size (Full frame)
great ISO range (102,400)
supports RAW formats
weather proofing
great battery pack (570 CIPA)
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E3 as a Vlogging camera
Sony ZV-E1 as a Vlogging camera
37
touch screen
offers face detection focus
video res high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
includes external mic support
does not have a selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
85
screen is selfie friendly
touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
features face detection autofocus
high quality video (3840 x 1920 pixels)
has external microphone support
lighter than competition (483g)
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Fujifilm X-E3 vs Sony ZV-E1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E3 and Sony ZV-E1
 Fujifilm X-E3Sony ZV-E1
General Information
Make FujiFilm Sony
Model type Fujifilm X-E3 Sony ZV-E1
Class Entry-Level Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Announced 2017-09-07 2023-03-29
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by EXR Processor III -
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS III BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.6mm 35.6 x 23.8mm
Sensor surface area 368.2mm² 847.3mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 6000 x 4000 4240 x 2832
Maximum native ISO 12800 102400
Maximum enhanced ISO 51200 409600
Minimum native ISO 200 80
RAW photos
Minimum enhanced ISO 100 40
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points 325 759
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm X Sony E
Number of lenses 54 195
Crop factor 1.5 1
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Screen diagonal 3 inch 3.00 inch
Screen resolution 1,040k dots 1,037k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x -
Features
Min shutter speed 30s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/4000s -
Max silent shutter speed 1/32000s 1/8000s
Continuous shutter rate 14.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings no built-in flash no built-in flash
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize 1/180s -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 (20p, 25p, 24p) 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 3840x2160 3840x1920
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
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 337g (0.74 lbs) 483g (1.06 lbs)
Dimensions 121 x 74 x 43mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.7") 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 photos 570 photos
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126S NP-FZ100
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse feature With downloadable app
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at release $700 $2,198