Sony HX50V vs Sony ZV-1

The following is a comprehensive comparison of the Sony HX50V vs Sony ZV-1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact and both are sold by Sony. The sensor resolution of the HX50V (20MP) and the ZV-1 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the HX50V (1/2.3") and ZV-1 (1") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The HX50V was announced 8 years earlier than the ZV-1 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Sony HX50V being a Compact camera and the Sony ZV-1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the HX50V grades vs the ZV-1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V & Sony ZV-1. The whole galleries are provided at Sony HX50V Gallery & Sony ZV-1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Sony HX50V provides exterior measurements of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Sony ZV-1 has sizing of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") having a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Take a look at the Sony HX50V vs Sony ZV-1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the HX50V versus the ZV-1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the HX50V and ZV-1 is 89 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions only by looking at specs. The picture underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the HX50V and ZV-1.

All in all, the two cameras have got the exact same resolution but different sensor dimensions. The HX50V uses the tinier sensor which should make achieving shallower DOF more difficult. The more aged HX50V is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.