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Fujifilm X100S vs Sony ZV-1

Portability
80 Imaging
58 Features
50 Overall
54
Fujifilm X100S front
 
Sony ZV-1 front
Portability
88 Imaging
55 Features
86 Overall
67

Fujifilm X100S vs Sony ZV-1 Key Specs

Fujifilm X100S
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 35mm (F2.0) lens
  • 445g - 127 x 74 x 54mm
  • Launched July 2013
  • Older Model is Fujifilm X100
  • Updated by Fujifilm X100T
Sony ZV-1
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 125 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
  • 294g - 105 x 60 x 44mm
  • Revealed May 2020
  • Newer Model is Sony ZV-1 II
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Fujifilm X100S vs Sony ZV-1 Overview

Following is a thorough analysis of the Fujifilm X100S vs Sony ZV-1, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Sony. The resolution of the Fujifilm X100S (16MP) and the ZV-1 (20MP) is fairly comparable but the Fujifilm X100S (APS-C) and ZV-1 (1") boast totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X100S was launched 7 years before the ZV-1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the Fujifilm X100S matches up versus the ZV-1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X100S over the Sony ZV-1

		

		

			
 Fujifilm X100S ZV-1 
		

	

	
	

		

		
Reasons to pick Sony ZV-1 over the Fujifilm X100S

		

		

			
 ZV-1 Fujifilm X100S 
RevealedMay 2020July 2013More modern by 83 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display dimensions3"2.8"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution922k460kClearer display (+462k dot)
Selfie screen  Take selfies
Touch display  Easily navigate
		

	

	
	

		

		
Common features in the Fujifilm X100S and Sony ZV-1

		

		

			
 Fujifilm X100S ZV-1 
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Fujifilm X100S vs Sony ZV-1 Physical Comparison

		

		

			
If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X100S enjoys external measurements of 127mm x 74mm x 54mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.1") and a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) while the Sony ZV-1 has dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm X100S vs Sony ZV-1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X100S versus the ZV-1.
Fujifilm X100S vs Sony ZV-1 size comparison
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X100S and ZV-1 is 80 and 88 respectively.
Fujifilm X100S vs Sony ZV-1 top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Fujifilm X100S vs Sony ZV-1 Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
Normally, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes purely by going through technical specs. The pic below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X100S and ZV-1.
As you can tell, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X100S featuring a larger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Sony ZV-1 will provide greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X100S will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
	
			Fujifilm X100S vs Sony ZV-1 sensor size comparison			
		

	

	
	

		

		
Fujifilm X100S vs Sony ZV-1 Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Fujifilm X100S vs Sony ZV-1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
Portrait photography with Fujifilm X100S
Portrait photography with Sony ZV-1
74
 manual focus
 high flash sync speed (1/2,000s)
 MP count decent (16MP)
 sensor size is good (APS-C)
 supports RAW formats
73
 has manual focus
 sensor resolution is decent (20MP)
 sensor size is decent (1")
 offers face detect autofocus
 delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison
Fujifilm X100S Street photography highlights
Sony ZV-1 Street photography highlights
64
 sensor size is good (APS-C)
 supports RAW formats
 screen does not articulate
 no image stabilization
85
 screen articulates fully
 image stabilization (Optical)
 sensor size is decent (1")
 delivers RAW formats
 includes focus via touch
 lighter than competition (294 grams)
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Sports Comparison
 Fujifilm X100S as a Sports photography camera
 Sony ZV-1 as a Sports photography camera
45
 MP count decent (16 megapixels)
 sensor size is good (APS-C)
 focal length is fixed (35mm)
 painfully slow continuous shooting (6.0 frames/s)
 no image stabilization
 does not have phase detect autofocus
71
 silent mode (1/32,000s)
 fast continuous shooting (24.0 fps)
 image stabilization (Optical)
 sensor resolution is decent (20MP)
 sensor size is decent (1")
 offers tracking focus
 has phase detect autofocus
 low battery life (260 CIPA)
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Travel Comparison
Travel photography with Fujifilm X100S
Travel photography with Sony ZV-1
67
 MP count decent (16 megapixels)
 built-in flash
 good maximum aperture (f2.0)
 missing Time Lapse recording
 does not have selfie friendly screen
81
 lighter than competition (294 grams)
 connects via bluetooth
 includes focus via touch
 sensor resolution is decent (20MP)
 screen is selfie friendly
 really wide (24mm)
 fast maximum aperture (f1.8)
 low battery life (260 per charge)
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Landscape Comparison
Fujifilm X100S Landscape photography details
Sony ZV-1 Landscape photography details
63
 manual focus
 good maximum aperture (f2.0)
 screen size is good (2.8 inches)
 MP count decent (16MP)
 sensor size is good (APS-C)
 does not have low pass filter
 supports RAW formats
 fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
 focal length is fixed (35mm)
 no image stabilization
 missing Time Lapse recording
70
 has manual focus
 really wide (24mm)
 fast maximum aperture (f1.8)
 screen size is decent (3")
 image stabilization (Optical)
 sensor resolution is decent (20MP)
 sensor size is decent (1")
 delivers RAW formats
 lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
 low battery life (260 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison
 Fujifilm X100S as a Vlogging camera
 Sony ZV-1 as a Vlogging camera
29
 good maximum aperture (f2.0)
 great video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
 does not have selfie friendly screen
 no image stabilization
 missing mic jack
86
 really wide (24mm)
 fast maximum aperture (f1.8)
 screen is selfie friendly
 touchscreen enabled
 image stabilization (Optical)
 offers face detect autofocus
 video resolution high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
 has mic socket
 lighter than competition (294g)
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Fujifilm X100S vs Sony ZV-1 Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X100S and Sony ZV-1
 Fujifilm X100SSony ZV-1
General Information
Make FujiFilm Sony
Model type Fujifilm X100S Sony ZV-1
Category Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Launched 2013-07-29 2020-05-27
Physical type Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Processor EXR II Bionz X
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS II BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C 1"
Sensor dimensions 23.6 x 15.8mm 13.2 x 8.8mm
Sensor area 372.9mm² 116.2mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 20 megapixel
Anti alias filter    
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and  16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and  16:9
Peak resolution 4896 x 3264 5472 x 3648
Highest native ISO 12800 12800
Highest enhanced ISO 25600 25600
Minimum native ISO 100 125
RAW support    
Minimum enhanced ISO - 80
Autofocusing
Focus manually    
Autofocus touch    
Continuous autofocus    
Autofocus single    
Tracking autofocus    
Autofocus selectice    
Center weighted autofocus    
Autofocus multi area    
Live view autofocus    
Face detection autofocus    
Contract detection autofocus    
Phase detection autofocus    
Total focus points 49 315
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35mm (1x) 24-70mm (2.9x)
Maximum aperture f/2.0 f/1.8-2.8
Macro focusing range 10cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 1.5 2.7
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Screen sizing 2.8" 3"
Screen resolution 460k dots 922k dots
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch capability    
Screen technology TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic and Optical (tunnel) None
Viewfinder resolution 2,350k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 90 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.5x -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30s 30s
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/2000s
Fastest silent shutter speed - 1/32000s
Continuous shutter rate 6.0 frames/s 24.0 frames/s
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Manually set exposure    
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance    
Image stabilization    
Built-in flash    
Flash distance 9.00 m no built-in flash
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Rear Sync, Flash Off
Hot shoe    
AEB    
White balance bracketing    
Fastest flash synchronize 1/2000s -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure    
Average exposure    
Spot exposure    
Partial exposure    
AF area exposure    
Center weighted exposure    
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60, 30fps) 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 24 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 17 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 3840x2160
Video file format H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Mic port    
Headphone port    
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected Built-In
Bluetooth    
NFC    
HDMI    
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing    
Water proofing    
Dust proofing    
Shock proofing    
Crush proofing    
Freeze proofing    
Weight 445 grams (0.98 lb) 294 grams (0.65 lb)
Physical dimensions 127 x 74 x 54mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.1") 105 x 60 x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7")
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 330 shots 260 shots
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-95 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording    
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Card slots 1 1
Launch cost $1,299 $750