Sony A58 vs Sony ZV-1
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Sony A58 vs Sony ZV-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 16000 (Increase to 25600)
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 492g - 129 x 95 x 78mm
- Launched November 2013
- Older Model is Sony A57
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 294g - 105 x 60 x 44mm
- Introduced May 2020
- Replacement is Sony ZV-1 II
Sony A58 vs Sony ZV-1 Overview
Let's take a more detailed look at the Sony A58 and Sony ZV-1, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Large Sensor Compact and both of them are designed by Sony. The sensor resolution of the A58 (20MP) and the ZV-1 (20MP) is very close but the A58 (APS-C) and ZV-1 (1") feature totally different sensor sizing.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe A58 was revealed 7 years before the ZV-1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Sony A58 being a Compact SLR camera and the Sony ZV-1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the A58 scores against the ZV-1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Sony A58 vs Sony ZV-1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony SLT-A58 & Sony ZV-1. The full galleries are viewable at Sony A58 Gallery & Sony ZV-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A58 over the Sony ZV-1
A58 | ZV-1 |
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Reasons to pick Sony ZV-1 over the Sony A58
ZV-1 | A58 | |||
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Introduced | May 2020 | November 2013 | More modern by 79 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 460k | Clearer display (+462k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Sony A58 and Sony ZV-1
A58 | ZV-1 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focus |
Sony A58 vs Sony ZV-1 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Sony A58 has got physical dimensions of 129mm x 95mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") having a weight of 492 grams (1.08 lbs) while the Sony ZV-1 has sizing of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).
Examine the Sony A58 and Sony ZV-1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the A58 versus the ZV-1.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A58 and ZV-1 is 68 and 88 respectively.
Sony A58 vs Sony ZV-1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes just by viewing specs. The pic below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the A58 and ZV-1.
All in all, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count but not the same sensor sizes. The A58 features the larger sensor which should make getting shallower DOF less difficult. The more aged A58 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
Sony A58 vs Sony ZV-1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony A58 vs Sony ZV-1 Specifications
Sony SLT-A58 | Sony ZV-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony SLT-A58 | Sony ZV-1 |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-11-27 | 2020-05-27 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 23.2 x 15.4mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 357.3mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5456 x 3632 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 16000 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 15 | 315 |
Cross type focus points | 3 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Sony/Minolta Alpha | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 24-70mm (2.9x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/1.8-2.8 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Number of lenses | 143 | - |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.65x | - |
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 speed | 8.0fps | 24.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 10.00 m (@ ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | - | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Rear Sync, Flash Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/160 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 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, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 492 gr (1.08 pounds) | 294 gr (0.65 pounds) |
Dimensions | 129 x 95 x 78mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.1") | 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 | 12.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 753 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 690 pictures | 260 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-FM500H | - |
Self timer | - | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $645 | $750 |