Sony A6100 vs Sony ZV-1

Its time to look much closer at the Sony A6100 and Sony ZV-1, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both are sold by Sony. The resolution of the A6100 (24MP) and the ZV-1 (20MP) is pretty close but the A6100 (APS-C) and ZV-1 (1") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The A6100 was introduced 9 months before the ZV-1 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer different body type with the Sony A6100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony ZV-1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the A6100 matches up vs the ZV-1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha a6100 & Sony ZV-1. The whole galleries are available at Sony A6100 Gallery & Sony ZV-1 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Sony A6100 has got exterior dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") and a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs) whilst the Sony ZV-1 has proportions of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the A6100 against the ZV-1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the A6100 and ZV-1 is 81 and 88 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the A6100 and ZV-1.

Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The A6100 using its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Sony A6100 will provide you with extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The older A6100 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.