Sony TX100V vs Sony ZV-1
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Sony TX100V vs Sony ZV-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 147g - 97 x 59 x 18mm
- Revealed January 2011
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Push 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
- Newer Model is Sony ZV-1 II
Sony TX100V vs Sony ZV-1 Overview
Its time to look a little more closely at the Sony TX100V vs Sony ZV-1, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact and both are created by Sony. The resolution of the TX100V (16MP) and the ZV-1 (20MP) is fairly similar but the TX100V (1/2.3") and ZV-1 (1") have totally different sensor dimensions.
Photography GlossaryThe TX100V was unveiled 10 years earlier than the ZV-1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Sony TX100V being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony ZV-1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short highlight of how the TX100V matches up vs the ZV-1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Sony TX100V vs Sony ZV-1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V & Sony ZV-1. The full galleries are viewable at Sony TX100V Gallery & Sony ZV-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony TX100V over the Sony ZV-1
TX100V | ZV-1 | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 1229k | 922k | Crisper display (+307k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony ZV-1 over the Sony TX100V
ZV-1 | TX100V | |||
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Announced | May 2020 | January 2011 | More modern by 114 months | |
Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Sony TX100V and Sony ZV-1
TX100V | ZV-1 | |||
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Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Sony TX100V vs Sony ZV-1 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony TX100V offers physical measurements of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) while 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).
Look at the Sony TX100V vs Sony ZV-1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the TX100V versus the ZV-1.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TX100V and ZV-1 is 95 and 88 respectively.
Sony TX100V vs Sony ZV-1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading a spec sheet. The picture underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TX100V and ZV-1.
As you can see, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The TX100V having a tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony ZV-1 will offer more detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged TX100V is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Sony TX100V vs Sony ZV-1 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V | Sony ZV-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V | Sony ZV-1 |
Class | Ultracompact | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-01-06 | 2020-05-27 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | BIONZ | Bionz X |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 315 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 24-70mm (2.9x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-4.6 | f/1.8-2.8 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3.5" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,229k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | XtraFine OLED display with TruBlack technology | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 2s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Max quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | 24.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Rear Sync, Flash Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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 data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 147g (0.32 lbs) | 294g (0.65 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 59 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 105 x 60 x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 images |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-BN1 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $380 | $750 |