Sony NEX-F3 vs Sony ZV-E1

On this page, we will be comparing the Sony NEX-F3 and Sony ZV-E1, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless and both are designed by Sony. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the NEX-F3 (16MP) and ZV-E1 (12MP) and the NEX-F3 (APS-C) and ZV-E1 (Full frame) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The NEX-F3 was released 11 years prior to the ZV-E1 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the NEX-F3 grades versus the ZV-E1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Alpha NEX-F3 and Sony ZV-E1. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony NEX-F3 Gallery and Sony ZV-E1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Sony NEX-F3 has outer measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs) whilst the Sony ZV-E1 has specifications of 121mm x 72mm x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") having a weight of 483 grams (1.06 lbs).

Examine the Sony NEX-F3 and Sony ZV-E1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the NEX-F3 versus the ZV-E1.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the NEX-F3 and ZV-E1 is 86 and 80 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic here should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the NEX-F3 and ZV-E1.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The NEX-F3 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh harder and the Sony NEX-F3 will deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The older NEX-F3 is going to be behind in sensor technology.