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Sony RX1R vs Sony ZV-1

Portability
79 Imaging
70 Features
58 Overall
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Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R front
 
Sony ZV-1 front
Portability
88 Imaging
55 Features
86 Overall
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Sony RX1R vs Sony ZV-1 Key Specs

Sony RX1R
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 35mm (F2.0) lens
  • 482g - 113 x 65 x 70mm
  • Launched June 2013
  • Refreshed by Sony RX1R II
Sony ZV-1
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 125 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
  • 294g - 105 x 60 x 44mm
  • Announced May 2020
  • Successor is Sony ZV-1 II
Photography Glossary

Sony RX1R vs Sony ZV-1 Overview

Here, we will be analyzing the Sony RX1R and Sony ZV-1, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both manufactured by Sony. The image resolution of the RX1R (24MP) and the ZV-1 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the RX1R (Full frame) and ZV-1 (1") offer different sensor size.

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The RX1R was revealed 8 years before the ZV-1 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the RX1R matches up against the ZV-1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Sony RX1R over the Sony ZV-1

		

		

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

	

	
	

		

		
Reasons to pick Sony ZV-1 over the Sony RX1R

		

		

			
 ZV-1 RX1R 
AnnouncedMay 2020June 2013Fresher by 84 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Selfie screen  Take selfies
Touch friendly screen  Quickly navigate
		

	

	
	

		

		
Common features in the Sony RX1R and Sony ZV-1

		

		

			
 RX1R ZV-1 
Manual focus  Dial exact focus
Screen size3"3"Same screen size
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Sony RX1R vs Sony ZV-1 Physical Comparison

		

		

			
When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony RX1R offers physical dimensions of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs) and the Sony ZV-1 has dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).
Analyze the Sony RX1R and Sony ZV-1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the RX1R versus the ZV-1.
Sony RX1R vs Sony ZV-1 size comparison
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the RX1R and ZV-1 is 79 and 88 respectively.
Sony RX1R vs Sony ZV-1 top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Sony RX1R vs Sony ZV-1 Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
More often than not, it's hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at a spec sheet. The visual below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the RX1R and ZV-1.
Clearly, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The RX1R having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Sony RX1R will resolve greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The older RX1R is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
	
			Sony RX1R vs Sony ZV-1 sensor size comparison			
		

	

	
	

		

		
Sony RX1R vs Sony ZV-1 Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Sony RX1R vs Sony ZV-1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
Sony RX1R Portrait photography factors
Sony ZV-1 Portrait photography factors
82
 you can focus manually
 flash sync is higher than normal (1/4,000 seconds)
 decent megapixels (24MP)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 has face detect autofocus
 saves RAW files
73
 you can focus manually
 decent sensor resolution (20MP)
 sensor size is nice (1")
 comes with face detection autofocus
 supports RAW files
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Street Comparison
Sony RX1R Street photography information
Sony ZV-1 Street photography information
66
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 saves RAW files
 great high ISO (25,600)
 no articulating screen
 does not have image stabilization
 more heavy than others (482 grams)
85
 screen articulates
 built in image stabilization (Optical)
 sensor size is nice (1")
 supports RAW files
 supports focus by touch
 lighter than average in class (294g)
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Sports Comparison
Sports photography with Sony RX1R
Sports photography with Sony ZV-1
53
 decent megapixels (24MP)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 has tracking focus
 focal length is fixed (35mm)
 slow fps (5.0 frames per second)
 does not have image stabilization
 bad battery (270 CIPA)
 doesn't have phase detect autofocus
71
 silent mode (1/32,000 seconds)
 fast continuous shooting (24.0 frames/s)
 built in image stabilization (Optical)
 decent sensor resolution (20MP)
 sensor size is nice (1")
 comes with tracking autofocus
 supports phase detect autofocus
 bad battery pack (260 CIPA)
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Travel Comparison
Travel photography with Sony RX1R
Travel photography with Sony ZV-1
62
 decent megapixels (24MP)
 has built in flash
 great maximum aperture (f2.0)
 lack of Timelapse mode
 bad battery (270 per charge)
 more heavy than others (482 grams)
 screen isn't selfie friendly
81
 lighter than average in class (294g)
 connects via bluetooth
 supports focus by touch
 decent sensor resolution (20 megapixels)
 selfie friendly display
 rather wide (24mm)
 good max aperture (f1.8)
 bad battery pack (260 CIPA)
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Landscape Comparison
 Sony RX1R as a Landscape photography camera
 Sony ZV-1 as a Landscape photography camera
66
 you can focus manually
 great maximum aperture (f2.0)
 decent sized screen (3 inches)
 decent megapixels (24MP)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 doesnt have low pass filter
 great high ISO (25,600)
 saves RAW files
 fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
 focal length is fixed (35mm)
 does not have image stabilization
 bad battery (270 per charge)
 lack of Timelapse mode
70
 you can focus manually
 rather wide (24mm)
 good max aperture (f1.8)
 pretty good screen size (3")
 built in image stabilization (Optical)
 decent sensor resolution (20MP)
 sensor size is nice (1")
 supports RAW files
 fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
 bad battery pack (260 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison
Sony RX1R Vlogging factors
Sony ZV-1 Vlogging factors
34
 great maximum aperture (f2.0)
 has face detect autofocus
 high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
 does have microphone support
 screen isn't selfie friendly
 does not have image stabilization
 more heavy than others (482 grams)
86
 rather wide (24mm)
 good max aperture (f1.8)
 selfie friendly display
 touchscreen enabled
 built in image stabilization (Optical)
 comes with face detection autofocus
 video res high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
 comes with external mic jack
 lighter than average in class (294 grams)
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Sony RX1R vs Sony ZV-1 Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Sony RX1R and Sony ZV-1
 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1RSony ZV-1
General Information
Make Sony Sony
Model Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R Sony ZV-1
Type Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Launched 2013-06-26 2020-05-27
Body design Large Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by - Bionz X
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size Full frame 1"
Sensor dimensions 35.8 x 23.9mm 13.2 x 8.8mm
Sensor area 855.6mm² 116.2mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixels 20 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter    
Aspect ratio 3:2 and  16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and  16:9
Max resolution 6000 x 4000 5472 x 3648
Max native ISO 25600 12800
Max enhanced ISO - 25600
Min native ISO 100 125
RAW support    
Min enhanced ISO - 80
Autofocusing
Manual focus    
Touch to focus    
Autofocus continuous    
Single autofocus    
Autofocus tracking    
Autofocus selectice    
Center weighted autofocus    
Multi area autofocus    
Live view autofocus    
Face detection autofocus    
Contract detection autofocus    
Phase detection autofocus    
Number of focus points 25 315
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35mm (1x) 24-70mm (2.9x)
Maximum aperture f/2.0 f/1.8-2.8
Macro focus distance - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 1 2.7
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Screen sizing 3" 3"
Screen resolution 1,229k dot 922k dot
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch capability    
Screen technology Xtra FineTFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic and Optical (optional) None
Features
Min shutter speed 30s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/4000s 1/2000s
Max silent shutter speed - 1/32000s
Continuous shutter speed 5.0 frames per sec 24.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Manual exposure    
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance    
Image stabilization    
Integrated flash    
Flash range 6.00 m no built-in flash
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Wireless Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Rear Sync, Flash Off
External flash    
AEB    
WB bracketing    
Max flash sync 1/4000s -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure    
Average exposure    
Spot exposure    
Partial exposure    
AF area exposure    
Center weighted exposure    
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 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
Max video resolution 1920x1080 3840x2160
Video file format MPEG-4, AVCHD MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Mic input    
Headphone input    
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected Built-In
Bluetooth    
NFC    
HDMI    
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal    
Water proof    
Dust proof    
Shock proof    
Crush proof    
Freeze proof    
Weight 482 grams (1.06 pounds) 294 grams (0.65 pounds)
Physical dimensions 113 x 65 x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") 105 x 60 x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score 91 not tested
DXO Color Depth score 25.0 not tested
DXO Dynamic range score 13.6 not tested
DXO Low light score 2537 not tested
Other
Battery life 270 shots 260 shots
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-BX1 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes
Time lapse shooting    
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots 1 1
Launch pricing $2,798 $750