Sony RX100 II vs Sony ZV-1F

Here is a comprehensive review of the Sony RX100 II versus Sony ZV-1F, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are manufactured by Sony. The resolution of the RX100 II (20MP) and the ZV-1F (20MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the same exact sensor size (1").

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The RX100 II was unveiled 10 years earlier than the ZV-1F and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the RX100 II scores versus the ZV-1F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II and Sony ZV-1F. The full galleries are available at Sony RX100 II Gallery and Sony ZV-1F Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Sony RX100 II comes with physical dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") with a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs) while the Sony ZV-1F has specifications of 106mm x 60mm x 46mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.8") with a weight of 256 grams (0.56 lbs).

Analyze the Sony RX100 II versus Sony ZV-1F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the RX100 II vs the ZV-1F.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the RX100 II and ZV-1F is 89 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing only by checking a spec sheet. The graphic below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the RX100 II and ZV-1F.

Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of images although you should really factor the production date of the products into consideration. The older RX100 II is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.