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Sony RX1R II vs Sony ZV-1 II

Portability
78 Imaging
76 Features
65 Overall
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Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II front
 
Sony ZV-1 Mark II front
Portability
88 Imaging
57 Features
82 Overall
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Sony RX1R II vs Sony ZV-1 II Key Specs

Sony RX1R II
(Full Review)
  • 42MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 50 - 25600 (Push to 102400)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 35mm (F2.0) lens
  • 507g - 113 x 65 x 72mm
  • Revealed October 2015
  • Previous Model is Sony RX1R
Sony ZV-1 II
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 125 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 18-50mm (F1.8-4.0) lens
  • 292g - 106 x 60 x 47mm
  • Announced May 2023
  • Previous Model is Sony ZV-1
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Sony RX1R II vs Sony ZV-1 II Overview

In this article, we will be reviewing the Sony RX1R II and Sony ZV-1 II, both Large Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are sold by Sony. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the RX1R II (42MP) and ZV-1 II (20MP) and the RX1R II (Full frame) and ZV-1 II (1") use totally different sensor measurements.

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The RX1R II was launched 8 years before the ZV-1 II which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the RX1R II grades vs the ZV-1 II with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Sony RX1R II over the Sony ZV-1 II

		

		

			
 RX1R II ZV-1 II 
Screen resolution1229k922kSharper screen (+307k dot)
		

	

	
	

		

		
Reasons to pick Sony ZV-1 II over the Sony RX1R II

		

		

			
 ZV-1 II RX1R II 
AnnouncedMay 2023October 2015Newer by 92 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating screen
Selfie screen  Easy selfies
Touch friendly screen  Quickly navigate
		

	

	
	

		

		
Common features in the Sony RX1R II and Sony ZV-1 II

		

		

			
 RX1R II ZV-1 II 
Focus manually  Dial exact focusing
Screen sizing3"3.00"Equivalent screen measurements
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Sony RX1R II vs Sony ZV-1 II Physical Comparison

		

		

			
If you're looking to travel with your camera, you should factor its weight and size. The Sony RX1R II provides external dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") along with a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs) whilst the Sony ZV-1 II has specifications of 106mm x 60mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.9") and a weight of 292 grams (0.64 lbs).
Analyze the Sony RX1R II and Sony ZV-1 II in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the RX1R II and the ZV-1 II.
Sony RX1R II vs Sony ZV-1 II size comparison
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the RX1R II and ZV-1 II is 78 and 88 respectively.
Sony RX1R II vs Sony ZV-1 II top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Sony RX1R II vs Sony ZV-1 II Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
In many cases, it's tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through a spec sheet. The image underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the RX1R II and ZV-1 II.
Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The RX1R II featuring a bigger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Sony RX1R II will result in extra detail utilizing its extra 22MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged RX1R II will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
	
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Sony RX1R II vs Sony ZV-1 II Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Sony RX1R II vs Sony ZV-1 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Portrait Comparison
Sony RX1R II Portrait photography features
Sony ZV-1 II Portrait photography features
85
 you can focus manually
 above average flash sync (1/4,000s)
 high megapixels (42 megapixels)
 big sensor size (Full frame)
 offers face detection focus
 exports RAW files
74
 has manual focus
 sensor resolution is decent (20 megapixels)
 sensor size is good (1")
 offers face detection focus
 exports RAW files
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Street Comparison
 Sony RX1R II as a Street photography camera
 Sony ZV-1 II as a Street photography camera
73
 screen tilts up and down
 big sensor size (Full frame)
 exports RAW files
 good high ISO (25,600)
 lack of image stabilization
 more heavy than competition in class (507 grams)
80
 screen can move to multiple angles
 sensor size is good (1")
 exports RAW files
 features touch focus
 lighter than average in class (292 grams)
 does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison
 Sony RX1R II as a Sports photography camera
 Sony ZV-1 II as a Sports photography camera
63
 high megapixels (42 megapixels)
 big sensor size (Full frame)
 offers tracking autofocus
 comes with phase detect auto focus
 focal length is fixed (35mm)
 slow continuous shooting (5.0 frames per second)
 lack of image stabilization
 low battery power (220 per charge)
66
 silent mode (1/32,000s)
 high max frames per second (24.0 fps)
 sensor resolution is decent (20MP)
 sensor size is good (1")
 offers tracking autofocus
 supports phase detect auto focus
 does not have image stabilization
 bad battery power (260 CIPA)
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Travel Comparison
 Sony RX1R II as a Travel photography camera
 Sony ZV-1 II as a Travel photography camera
59
 high megapixels (42MP)
 good maximum aperture (f2.0)
 doesn't have Timelapse mode
 low battery power (220 CIPA)
 more heavy than competition in class (507g)
 screen isn't selfie friendly
81
 lighter than average in class (292g)
 supports bluetooth
 features touch focus
 sensor resolution is decent (20MP)
 selfie friendly screen
 reasonably wide (18mm)
 great max aperture (f1.8)
 bad battery power (260 per charge)
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Landscape Comparison
Landscape photography with Sony RX1R II
Landscape photography with Sony ZV-1 II
68
 you can focus manually
 good maximum aperture (f2.0)
 decent sized screen (3")
 high megapixels (42MP)
 big sensor size (Full frame)
 doesnt have low pass filter
 good high ISO (25,600)
 exports RAW files
 cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
 focal length is fixed (35mm)
 lack of image stabilization
 low battery power (220 CIPA)
 doesn't have Timelapse mode
66
 has manual focus
 reasonably wide (18mm)
 great max aperture (f1.8)
 nice screen size (3.00 inches)
 sensor resolution is decent (20 megapixels)
 sensor size is good (1")
 exports RAW files
 cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
 does not have image stabilization
 bad battery power (260 shots)
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Vlogging Comparison
Sony RX1R II Vlogging information
Sony ZV-1 II Vlogging information
34
 good maximum aperture (f2.0)
 offers face detection focus
 video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
 does have external microphone jack
 screen isn't selfie friendly
 lack of image stabilization
 more heavy than competition in class (507 grams)
82
 reasonably wide (18mm)
 great max aperture (f1.8)
 selfie friendly screen
 built-in touchscreen
 offers face detection focus
 video res high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
 comes with external microphone support
 lighter than average in class (292 grams)
 does not have image stabilization
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Sony RX1R II vs Sony ZV-1 II Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Sony RX1R II and Sony ZV-1 II
 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R IISony ZV-1 Mark II
General Information
Brand Sony Sony
Model Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R II Sony ZV-1 Mark II
Category Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Revealed 2015-10-13 2023-05-27
Physical type Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by BIONZ X -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size Full frame 1"
Sensor measurements 35.9 x 24mm 13.2 x 8.8mm
Sensor area 861.6mm² 116.2mm²
Sensor resolution 42 megapixel 20 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter    
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and  16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and  16:9
Highest resolution 7952 x 5304 5472 x 3648
Highest native ISO 25600 12800
Highest boosted ISO 102400 25600
Minimum native ISO 50 125
RAW data    
Minimum boosted ISO - 80
Autofocusing
Manual focus    
AF touch    
Continuous AF    
AF single    
Tracking AF    
Selective AF    
AF center weighted    
AF multi area    
AF live view    
Face detection AF    
Contract detection AF    
Phase detection AF    
Number of focus points 25 315
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35mm (1x) 18-50mm (2.8x)
Highest aperture f/2.0 f/1.8-4.0
Macro focus range 14cm 5cm
Crop factor 1 2.7
Screen
Type of screen Tilting Fully Articulated
Screen diagonal 3" 3.00"
Screen resolution 1,229 thousand dots 922 thousand dots
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch capability    
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 2,359 thousand dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.74x -
Features
Lowest shutter speed 30 seconds 30 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Highest silent shutter speed - 1/32000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 5.0 frames per sec 24.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Expose Manually    
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB    
Image stabilization    
Built-in flash    
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings Off, auto, fill flash, slow sync, rear sync, wireless Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Rear Sync, Flash Off
Hot shoe    
Auto exposure bracketing    
White balance bracketing    
Highest flash synchronize 1/4000 seconds 1/100 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment    
Average    
Spot    
Partial    
AF area    
Center weighted    
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (120p, 30p) 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 data format MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S, H.264 MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Microphone support    
Headphone support    
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth    
NFC    
HDMI    
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing    
Water proof    
Dust proof    
Shock proof    
Crush proof    
Freeze proof    
Weight 507g (1.12 lb) 292g (0.64 lb)
Dimensions 113 x 65 x 72mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") 106 x 60 x 47mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around score 97 not tested
DXO Color Depth score 25.8 not tested
DXO Dynamic range score 13.9 not tested
DXO Low light score 3204 not tested
Other
Battery life 220 pictures 260 pictures
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-BX1 NP-BX1
Self timer Yes (2,5, 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse recording    
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Card slots Single Single
Launch price $3,300 $899