Sony A7 vs Sony ZV-1

Here is a detailed review of the Sony A7 vs Sony ZV-1, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and they are both created by Sony. The image resolution of the A7 (24MP) and the ZV-1 (20MP) is pretty similar but the A7 (Full frame) and ZV-1 (1") offer different sensor sizes.

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The A7 was released 7 years before the ZV-1 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony A7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony ZV-1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the A7 grades against the ZV-1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha A7 & Sony ZV-1. The complete galleries are provided at Sony A7 Gallery & Sony ZV-1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Sony A7 enjoys outer measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") having a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs) whilst the Sony ZV-1 has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") having a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the A7 against the ZV-1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the A7 and ZV-1 is 78 and 88 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The graphic here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the A7 and ZV-1.

As you can see, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The A7 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Sony A7 will offer extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older A7 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.