Sony A7c vs Sony ZV-E1

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Sony A7c versus Sony ZV-E1, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless and they are both offered by Sony. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the A7c (24MP) and ZV-E1 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (Full frame).

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The A7c was launched 3 years earlier than the ZV-E1 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the A7c grades against the ZV-E1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha A7c & Sony ZV-E1. The complete galleries are available at Sony A7c Gallery & Sony ZV-E1 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Sony A7c comes with outer measurements of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs) and the Sony ZV-E1 has specifications of 121mm x 72mm x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 483 grams (1.06 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the A7c versus the ZV-E1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the A7c and ZV-E1 is 78 and 80 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing just by checking technical specs. The graphic here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the A7c and ZV-E1.

As you can tell, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony A7c to give more detail utilizing its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The older A7c is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.