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Leica X (Typ 113) vs Sony ZV-1F

Portability
71
Imaging
58
Features
48
Overall
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Leica X front
 
Sony ZV-1F front
Portability
89
Imaging
57
Features
70
Overall
62

Leica X (Typ 113) vs Sony ZV-1F Key Specs

Leica X (Typ 113)
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 12500
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 35mm (F1.7-32.0) lens
  • 486g - 133 x 73 x 78mm
  • Announced September 2014
  • Alternate Name is Typ 113
Sony ZV-1F
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 125 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 20mm (F2) lens
  • 256g - 106 x 60 x 46mm
  • Launched October 2022
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Leica X (Typ 113) vs Sony ZV-1F Overview

Below, we are matching up the Leica X (Typ 113) vs Sony ZV-1F, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Leica and Sony. The resolution of the X (Typ 113) (16MP) and the ZV-1F (20MP) is very well matched but the X (Typ 113) (APS-C) and ZV-1F (1") feature different sensor size.

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The X (Typ 113) was released 9 years prior to the ZV-1F and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the X (Typ 113) matches up against the ZV-1F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Leica X (Typ 113) over the Sony ZV-1F

 X (Typ 113) ZV-1F 
Manually focus Very exact focusing

Reasons to pick Sony ZV-1F over the Leica X (Typ 113)

 ZV-1F X (Typ 113) 
LaunchedOctober 2022September 2014More recent by 98 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display resolution922k920kCrisper display (+2k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Leica X (Typ 113) and Sony ZV-1F

 X (Typ 113) ZV-1F 
Display dimension3"3.00"Identical display size

Leica X (Typ 113) vs Sony ZV-1F Physical Comparison

If you're looking to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Leica X (Typ 113) enjoys outer dimensions of 133mm x 73mm x 78mm (5.2" x 2.9" x 3.1") with a weight of 486 grams (1.07 lbs) whilst the Sony ZV-1F has sizing of 106mm x 60mm x 46mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.8") and a weight of 256 grams (0.56 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica X (Typ 113) vs Sony ZV-1F in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view scale comparison of the X (Typ 113) compared to the ZV-1F.

Leica X (Typ 113) vs Sony ZV-1F size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the X (Typ 113) and ZV-1F is 71 and 89 respectively.

Leica X (Typ 113) vs Sony ZV-1F top view buttons comparison

Leica X (Typ 113) vs Sony ZV-1F Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements only by looking at specifications. The photograph underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the X (Typ 113) and ZV-1F.

To sum up, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The X (Typ 113) because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Sony ZV-1F will give you more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The older X (Typ 113) is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

Leica X (Typ 113) vs Sony ZV-1F sensor size comparison

Leica X (Typ 113) vs Sony ZV-1F Screen and ViewFinder

Leica X (Typ 113) vs Sony ZV-1F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Leica X (Typ 113) Portrait photography info
Sony ZV-1F Portrait photography info
68
focusing manually
good megapixels (16MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
offers face detect focusing
supports RAW formats
external flash not possible
58
good MP (20 megapixels)
sensor size is good (1")
offers face detection autofocus
no manual focus
no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Leica X (Typ 113) as a Street photography camera
Sony ZV-1F as a Street photography camera
56
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
heavier than average in class (486 grams)
74
fully articulated screen
sensor size is good (1")
includes touch focus
lighter than others (256g)
lack of image stabilization
no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Leica X (Typ 113)
Sports photography with Sony ZV-1F
47
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
better than average battery pack (350 CIPA)
can't change focal length (35mm)
continuous shooting slow (5.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
lacks phase detect AF
61
quiet mode (1/32,000 seconds)
high fps (16.0 frames per second)
good MP (20 megapixels)
sensor size is good (1")
offers tracking autofocus
good battery power (360 shots)
focal length is fixed (20mm)
lack of image stabilization
no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Leica X (Typ 113) Travel photography factors
Sony ZV-1F Travel photography factors
62
better than average battery pack (350 shots)
good megapixels (16MP)
has built in flash
fast maximum aperture (f1.7)
does not have Time Lapse function
heavier than average in class (486g)
does not offer selfie friendly display
87
good battery power (360 shots)
lighter than others (256g)
connects via bluetooth
includes touch focus
good MP (20MP)
selfie friendly display
very good maximum aperture (f2)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Leica X (Typ 113)
Landscape photography with Sony ZV-1F
62
focusing manually
fast maximum aperture (f1.7)
nice screen size (3 inches)
good megapixels (16MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
better than average battery pack (350 CIPA)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (35mm)
does not have image stabilization
does not have Time Lapse function
56
very good maximum aperture (f2)
screen size is good (3.00 inches)
good MP (20MP)
sensor size is good (1")
good battery power (360 per charge)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (20mm)
lack of image stabilization
no RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Leica X (Typ 113) Vlogging factors
Sony ZV-1F Vlogging factors
28
fast maximum aperture (f1.7)
offers face detect focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
does not offer selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
does not have mic socket
heavier than average in class (486g)
82
very good maximum aperture (f2)
selfie friendly display
touch screen
offers face detection autofocus
high video quality (3840 x 2160 resolution)
has external mic port
lighter than others (256 grams)
lack of image stabilization
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Leica X (Typ 113) vs Sony ZV-1F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Leica X (Typ 113) and Sony ZV-1F
 Leica XSony ZV-1F
General Information
Make Leica Sony
Model Leica X Sony ZV-1F
Alternate name Typ 113 -
Class Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Announced 2014-09-23 2022-10-13
Body design Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C 1"
Sensor dimensions 23 x 15.5mm 13.2 x 8.8mm
Sensor area 356.5mm² 116.2mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 20MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4928 x 3264 5472 x 3648
Maximum native ISO 12500 12800
Maximum boosted ISO - 25600
Minimum native ISO 100 125
RAW format
Minimum boosted ISO - 80
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 11 425
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35mm (1x) 20mm (1x)
Maximal aperture f/1.7-32.0 f/2
Macro focus range 20cm 5cm
Crop factor 1.6 2.7
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Display sizing 3" 3.00"
Resolution of display 920k dot 922k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30s 30s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/2000s
Highest quiet shutter speed - 1/32000s
Continuous shooting speed 5.0 frames/s 16.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - no built-in flash
Flash settings - Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Rear Sync, Flash Off
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) 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
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 3840x2160
Video file format - MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 3.0 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 486 gr (1.07 pounds) 256 gr (0.56 pounds)
Dimensions 133 x 73 x 78mm (5.2" x 2.9" x 3.1") 106 x 60 x 46mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 350 pictures 360 pictures
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model BP-DC8 NP-BX1
Self timer - Yes
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD, SDHC, SDXC SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots 1 1
Retail price $1,502 $499