Sony RX100 VI vs Sony ZV-1F
88 Imaging
54 Features
75 Overall
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89 Imaging
56 Features
70 Overall
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Sony RX100 VI vs Sony ZV-1F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-200mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 301g - 102 x 58 x 43mm
- Launched June 2018
- Superseded the Sony RX100 V
- Later Model is Sony RX100 VII
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 20mm (F2) lens
- 256g - 106 x 60 x 46mm
- Announced October 2022

Sony RX100 VI vs Sony ZV-1F Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Sony RX100 VI versus Sony ZV-1F, both Large Sensor Compact cameras and they are both designed by Sony. The image resolution of the RX100 VI (20MP) and the ZV-1F (20MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1").

The RX100 VI was introduced 5 years before the ZV-1F which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the RX100 VI matches up versus the ZV-1F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Sony RX100 VI vs Sony ZV-1F Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI and Sony ZV-1F. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony RX100 VI Gallery and Sony ZV-1F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 VI over the Sony ZV-1F
RX100 VI | ZV-1F | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 922k | Sharper screen (+307k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony ZV-1F over the Sony RX100 VI
ZV-1F | RX100 VI | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Announced | October 2022 | ![]() | June 2018 | More modern by 53 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Common features in the Sony RX100 VI and Sony ZV-1F
RX100 VI | ZV-1F | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3.00" | Same screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Sony RX100 VI vs Sony ZV-1F Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Sony RX100 VI has external dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") and a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Sony ZV-1F has sizing of 106mm x 60mm x 46mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 256 grams (0.56 lbs).
Look at the Sony RX100 VI versus Sony ZV-1F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the RX100 VI compared to the ZV-1F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the RX100 VI and ZV-1F is 88 and 89 respectively.

Sony RX100 VI vs Sony ZV-1F Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes just by seeing technical specs. The image underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the RX100 VI and ZV-1F.
As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you will need to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged RX100 VI will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Sony RX100 VI vs Sony ZV-1F Screen and ViewFinder


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Sony RX100 VI vs Sony ZV-1F Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI | Sony ZV-1F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VI | Sony ZV-1F |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2018-06-05 | 2022-10-13 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Bionz X | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 12800 |
Max enhanced ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 80 | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 315 | 425 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-200mm (8.3x) | 20mm (1x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/2 |
Macro focus distance | 8cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3 inch | 3.00 inch |
Display resolution | 1,229k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.59x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 24.0fps | 16.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.90 m (at Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | - | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Rear Sync, Flash Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/2000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 24 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 17 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | NP-BX1 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 3.0 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 301g (0.66 pounds) | 256g (0.56 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 58 x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") | 106 x 60 x 46mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 photos | 360 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-BX1 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $1,198 | $499 |