Sony A35 vs Sony ZV-1
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Sony A35 vs Sony ZV-1 Key Specs
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- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 294g - 105 x 60 x 44mm
- Launched May 2020
- Refreshed by Sony ZV-1 II
Sony A35 vs Sony ZV-1 Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Sony A35 and Sony ZV-1, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both are designed by Sony. The resolution of the A35 (16MP) and the ZV-1 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the A35 (APS-C) and ZV-1 (1") feature different sensor sizes.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe A35 was launched 9 years before the ZV-1 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Sony A35 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony ZV-1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the A35 grades against the ZV-1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony A35 vs Sony ZV-1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony SLT-A35 and Sony ZV-1. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony A35 Gallery and Sony ZV-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A35 over the Sony ZV-1
A35 | ZV-1 |
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Reasons to pick Sony ZV-1 over the Sony A35
ZV-1 | A35 | |||
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Launched | May 2020 | September 2011 | Fresher by 105 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 921k | Crisper screen (+1k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Sony A35 and Sony ZV-1
A35 | ZV-1 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focusing | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen dimensions |
Sony A35 vs Sony ZV-1 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Sony A35 comes with external measurements of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 415 grams (0.91 lbs) and the Sony ZV-1 has specifications of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).
Take a look at the Sony A35 and Sony ZV-1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the A35 compared to the ZV-1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the A35 and ZV-1 is 69 and 88 respectively.
Sony A35 vs Sony ZV-1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by looking at specifications. The visual below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the A35 and ZV-1.
Plainly, both of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The A35 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony ZV-1 will give you extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older A35 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Sony A35 vs Sony ZV-1 Specifications
Sony SLT-A35 | Sony ZV-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony SLT-A35 | Sony ZV-1 |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-09-20 | 2020-05-27 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Bionz | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.6mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 366.6mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4912 x 3264 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 15 | 315 |
Cross type focus points | 3 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Sony/Minolta Alpha | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 24-70mm (2.9x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/1.8-2.8 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Available lenses | 143 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 921k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,150k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.73x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Highest silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames/s | 24.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Rear Sync, Flash Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/160 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 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 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 415g (0.91 pounds) | 294g (0.65 pounds) |
Dimensions | 124 x 92 x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") | 105 x 60 x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 74 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.3 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 763 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 440 photographs | 260 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-FW50 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $598 | $750 |