Sony RX100 vs Sony ZV-1F
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Sony RX100 vs Sony ZV-1F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 240g - 102 x 58 x 36mm
- Launched August 2012
- Replacement is Sony RX100 II
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Expand to 25600)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 20mm (F2) lens
- 256g - 106 x 60 x 46mm
- Released October 2022
Sony RX100 vs Sony ZV-1F Overview
Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Sony RX100 versus Sony ZV-1F, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are sold by Sony. The image resolution of the RX100 (20MP) and the ZV-1F (20MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe RX100 was unveiled 11 years before the ZV-1F and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the RX100 scores vs the ZV-1F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony RX100 vs Sony ZV-1F Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 and Sony ZV-1F. The full galleries are available at Sony RX100 Gallery and Sony ZV-1F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony RX100 over the Sony ZV-1F
RX100 | ZV-1F | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focus | |||
Display resolution | 1229k | 922k | Clearer display (+307k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony ZV-1F over the Sony RX100
ZV-1F | RX100 | |||
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Released | October 2022 | August 2012 | Fresher by 123 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Sony RX100 and Sony ZV-1F
RX100 | ZV-1F | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | 3.00" | Equal display sizing |
Sony RX100 vs Sony ZV-1F Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony RX100 offers exterior measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) whilst the Sony ZV-1F has dimensions of 106mm x 60mm x 46mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.8") along with a weight of 256 grams (0.56 lbs).
Check the Sony RX100 versus Sony ZV-1F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the RX100 against the ZV-1F.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the RX100 and ZV-1F is 91 and 89 respectively.
Sony RX100 vs Sony ZV-1F Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading through technical specs. The visual below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the RX100 and ZV-1F.
As you have seen, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files although you need to take the release date of the products into consideration. The older RX100 is going to be behind in sensor technology.
Sony RX100 vs Sony ZV-1F Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony RX100 vs Sony ZV-1F Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 | Sony ZV-1F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 | Sony ZV-1F |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-08-28 | 2022-10-13 |
Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 116.2mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | 425 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-100mm (3.6x) | 20mm (1x) |
Highest aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/2 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3" | 3.00" |
Screen resolution | 1,229k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | WhiteMagic TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 16.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Rear Sync, Flash Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/2000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 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 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.0 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 240 gr (0.53 lbs) | 256 gr (0.56 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 58 x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") | 106 x 60 x 46mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 66 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 390 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 pictures | 360 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-BX1 | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $448 | $499 |