Sony HX350 vs Sony ZV-1

In this article, we are matching up the Sony HX350 versus Sony ZV-1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact and both of them are built by Sony. The sensor resolution of the HX350 (20MP) and the ZV-1 (20MP) is fairly close but the HX350 (1/2.3") and ZV-1 (1") enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The HX350 was manufactured 4 years before the ZV-1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony HX350 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony ZV-1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the HX350 grades vs the ZV-1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350 & Sony ZV-1. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony HX350 Gallery & Sony ZV-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Sony HX350 provides exterior dimensions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") having a weight of 652 grams (1.44 lbs) while the Sony ZV-1 has proportions of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") along with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the HX350 and the ZV-1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HX350 and ZV-1 is 62 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by looking through specs. The image underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the HX350 and ZV-1.

All in all, both cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels but not the same sensor sizes. The HX350 includes the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field more challenging. The more aged HX350 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.