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Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony ZV-E1

Portability
86
Imaging
70
Features
88
Overall
77
Fujifilm X-E4 front
 
Sony ZV-E1 front
Portability
80
Imaging
65
Features
89
Overall
74

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony ZV-E1 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E4
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Expand to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 364g - 121 x 73 x 33mm
  • Launched January 2021
  • Succeeded the Fujifilm X-E3
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
  • Launched March 2023
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Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony ZV-E1 Overview

Let's examine more in depth at the Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony ZV-E1, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E4 (26MP) and ZV-E1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-E4 (APS-C) and ZV-E1 (Full frame) possess totally different sensor sizes.

Photography Glossary

The Fujifilm X-E4 was brought out 3 years prior to the ZV-E1 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-E4 grades vs the ZV-E1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E4 over the Sony ZV-E1

 Fujifilm X-E4 ZV-E1 
Display resolution1620k1037kClearer display (+583k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony ZV-E1 over the Fujifilm X-E4

 ZV-E1 Fujifilm X-E4 
LaunchedMarch 2023January 2021Fresher by 26 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating display

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E4 and Sony ZV-E1

 Fujifilm X-E4 ZV-E1 
Manually focus Very exact focusing
Display dimension3"3.00"Identical display dimensions
Selfie screen Both good for selfies
Touch display Easily navigate

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony ZV-E1 Physical Comparison

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-E4 has got exterior measurements of 121mm x 73mm x 33mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 364 grams (0.80 lbs) while the Sony ZV-E1 has sizing of 121mm x 72mm x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") along with a weight of 483 grams (1.06 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony ZV-E1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-E4 vs the ZV-E1.

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony ZV-E1 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E4 and ZV-E1 is 86 and 80 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony ZV-E1 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony ZV-E1 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing purely by researching specifications. The graphic underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-E4 and ZV-E1.

To sum up, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-E4 because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Fujifilm X-E4 will render extra detail having its extra 14MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-E4 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony ZV-E1 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony ZV-E1 as a Portrait photography camera
82
manual focus
sensor resolution is fantastic (26 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
features face detect autofocus
supports RAW formats
71
manual focus
great sensor size (Full frame)
supports face detect autofocus
saves RAW formats
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 Street photography features
Sony ZV-E1 Street photography features
80
tilting screen
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
boasts focus by touch
lack of image stabilization
84
screen articulates fully
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
great sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW formats
has focus via touch
environment proofing
lighter than competition (483 grams)
above average high ISO (102,400)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 Sports photography highlights
Sony ZV-E1 Sports photography highlights
78
silent mode (1/32,000s)
fast shooting (20.0 frames per second)
sensor resolution is fantastic (26 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
features tracking focus
great battery pack (380 per charge)
sensor has phase detect autofocus
lack of image stabilization
71
quiet shooting (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
great sensor size (Full frame)
supports tracking focus
environment proofing
great battery (570 shots)
has phase detect autofocus
low maximum shutter speed (1/s)
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 Travel photography factors
Sony ZV-E1 Travel photography factors
88
great battery pack (380 shots)
supports bluetooth
boasts focus by touch
sensor resolution is fantastic (26MP)
selfie friendly display
79
great battery (570 shots)
lighter than competition (483 grams)
environment proofing
connects via bluetooth
has focus via touch
selfie friendly screen
low megapixels (12MP)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 Landscape photography highlights
Sony ZV-E1 Landscape photography highlights
81
manual focus
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen is a decent size (3 inches)
sensor resolution is fantastic (26MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
no anti aliasing filter
supports RAW formats
great battery pack (380 shots)
lack of image stabilization
79
manual focus
switch lenses (Sony E mount)
pretty good screen size (3.00 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
great sensor size (Full frame)
above average high ISO (102,400)
saves RAW formats
environment proofing
great battery (570 CIPA)
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E4 Vlogging factors
Sony ZV-E1 Vlogging factors
81
selfie friendly display
touch screen
features face detect autofocus
video res high (4096 x 2160 pxls)
includes mic port
lack of image stabilization
85
selfie friendly screen
touchscreen enabled
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
supports face detect autofocus
video resolution high (3840 x 1920 pxls)
has mic socket
lighter than competition (483g)
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Fujifilm X-E4 vs Sony ZV-E1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E4 and Sony ZV-E1
 Fujifilm X-E4Sony ZV-E1
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Sony
Model type Fujifilm X-E4 Sony ZV-E1
Class Entry-Level Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Launched 2021-01-27 2023-03-29
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor dimensions 23.5 x 15.6mm 35.6 x 23.8mm
Sensor surface area 366.6mm² 847.3mm²
Sensor resolution 26 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 6240 x 4160 4240 x 2832
Maximum native ISO 12800 102400
Maximum boosted ISO 51200 409600
Lowest native ISO 160 80
RAW files
Lowest boosted ISO 80 40
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points 425 759
Lens
Lens mount type Fujifilm X Sony E
Available lenses 58 195
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1
Screen
Display type Tilting Fully Articulated
Display sizing 3 inch 3.00 inch
Resolution of display 1,620k dots 1,037k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 seconds -
Maximum quiet shutter speed 1/32000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 20.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings no built-in flash no built-in flash
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize 1/180 seconds -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM4096 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 240p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 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 4096x2160 3840x1920
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 364 gr (0.80 pounds) 483 gr (1.06 pounds)
Dimensions 121 x 73 x 33mm (4.8" x 2.9" x 1.3") 121 x 72 x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 380 shots 570 shots
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126S NP-FZ100
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse feature With downloadable app
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo
Card slots 1 1
Retail cost $849 $2,198