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Sony ZV-1F vs Sony ZV-1 Comparison

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Sony ZV-1F vs Sony ZV-1 Comparison Overview

In this review, we will be comparing the ZV-1F and the ZV-1, two Large Sensor Compact cameras by Sony. Sony ZV-1F was introduced to the market in October 2022 and Sony ZV-1 was launched in May 2020. As you can see, ZV-1 is 2 years older than ZV-1F. Let's see if this age difference between two cameras makes a big difference.

ZV-1F and ZV-1 are members of Sony's ZV series of cameras. Below you can find the latest models from this series.

Sony ZV Series History
Model Release Date Sensor Dimensions Weight
Sony ZV-1 II
   		2023 20.0MP - 1″ 106 x 60 x 47mm 292g
Sony ZV-E1
   		2023 12.0MP - Full frame 121.0 x 72 x 54mm 483g
Sony ZV-1F
2022 20.0MP - 1″ 106 x 60 x 46mm 256g
Sony ZV-E10
   		2021 24.0MP - APS-C 115 x 64 x 45mm 343g
Sony ZV-1
2020 20.0MP - 1″ 105 x 60 x 44mm 294g

Here is a brief look at the main features of the Sony ZV-1F and Sony ZV-1 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Sony ZV-1F Key Specs

  • Announcement Date: 2022-10-13
  • 20MP - 1″ BSI-CMOS Sensor
  • ISO 125 - 12800 ( expands to 80)
  • 20 mm f2.00 Prime Lens
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
  • 16.0fps continuous shooting
  • 4K (UHD) - 3840 x 2160 video resolution
  • 120fps High-Speed Video
  • 256g. 106 x 60 x 46 mm
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Sony ZV-1 Key Specs

  • Announcement Date: 2020-05-27
  • 20MP - 1″ BSI-CMOS Sensor
  • ISO 125 - 12800 ( expands to 80 - 25600)
  • 24-70 mm F1.8–2.8 Zoom Lens
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
  • 24.0fps continuous shooting
  • 4K (UHD) - 3840 x 2160 video resolution
  • 960fps High-Speed Video
  • Built-in Wireless
  • 294g. 105 x 60 x 44 mm
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Sony ZV-1 was replaced by Sony ZV-1 Mark II. You may also be interested in these comparisons:
Sony ZV-1 Mark II vs Sony ZV-1
Sony ZV-1 Mark II vs Sony ZV-1F

Let's read on in the following sections in order to better understand in detail how the Sony ZV-1F and Sony ZV-1 compare and hopefully end up with enough arguments to decide which one is better for you.


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Reasons to choose Sony ZV-1F over Sony ZV-1
Number of Focus Points
425 vs 315 110 more focus points
Battery Life
360 shots vs 260 shots 100 more frames with a single charge
Weight
256 g vs 294 g 38 g lighter
Focal Length - Wide
20mm vs 24mm 4 mm wider coverage
Max Aperture - Tele
2.00 vs 2.80 faster lens at tele
USB Version
USB 3.0 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) vs USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) Faster Data transfer from the camera
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Reasons to choose Sony ZV-1 over Sony ZV-1F
Stacked Sensor
Yes vs No High sensor read out speed and less rolling shutter
Wireless Connection
Built-In vs Built-In Better connectivity
In-built Image Stabilization
Optical vs None Sharper images at longer focal lengths and slow shutter speeds
RAW Support
Yes vs No Better image quality
Continuous Shooting
24.0fps vs 16.0fps 8 fps faster
Focal Length - Tele
70mm vs 20mm 50 mm longer tele reach
Optical Zoom
2.9× vs 1.0x more flexible focal coverage
Max Aperture - Wide
1.80 vs 2.00 faster lens at wide
Built-in ND Filter
3.0-stops vs No Use larger aperture under strong light
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Common Strengths of Sony ZV-1F and Sony ZV-1
Gyroscopic Stabilization
Yes vs Yes Stabilize video in post process
Product Showcase Mode
Yes vs Yes Makes it easy to shoot product reviews
Video Record Limit
Unlimited vs Unlimited Record clips longer than 30 minutes
Bluetooth Connection
Yes vs Yes Connect to other devices via Bluetooth
Adjustable LCD Screen
Fully Articulated vs Fully Articulated Flexible shooting positions
External Flash Shoe
Yes vs Yes Better for flash photography
Touch Screen
Yes vs Yes Easy control of camera functions
Face Detection Focus
Yes vs Yes very handy for portraits
Max Resolution
20 MP vs 20 MP Bigger prints and more details
LCD Screen Resolution
922k dots vs 922k dots High resolution screens
Manual Exposure
Yes vs Yes better exposure control
Microphone Port
Yes vs Yes High quality audio recording option
Timelapse Recording
Yes vs Yes creative shooting
Focal Length - Wide
20mm vs 24mm Very good wide angle coverage
Max Aperture - Tele
2.00 vs 2.80 Fast lenses at tele
AE Bracketing
Yes vs Yes Useful for tough lighting conditions and HDR
Selfie/Vlogger Friendly LCD
Yes vs Yes Rotate LCD for taking Selfies
Smartphone Remote
Yes vs Yes Remote control your camera with a smartphone
Digital video stabilization
Yes vs Yes Stabilizes your videos in-camera
UHS Card Support
UHS-I vs UHS-I Read/Write in High Speeds
Webcam Function
Yes vs Yes Use your camera as a Webcam
Eye Tracking Focus
Yes vs Yes Autofocus system locks on the eye and tracks the subject
Common Weaknesses of Sony ZV-1F and Sony ZV-1
Built-in Flash
No vs No Require external flash
Viewfinder
None vs None No eye-level shooting option
Environmental Sealing
No vs No not suitable for tough conditions
Sony ZV-1F vs Sony ZV-1: Physical Specs and Body Features Comparison

Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs. In this section, we are going to illustrate the Sony ZV-1F and Sony ZV-1 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Sony ZV-1F has external dimensions of 106 x 60 x 46 mm (4.17 x 2.36 x 1.81″) and weighs 256 g (0.56 lb / 9.03 oz) (including batteries). Sony ZV-1 has external dimensions of 105 x 60 x 44 mm (4.13 x 2.36 x 1.73″) and weighs 294 g (0.65 lb / 10.37 oz) (including batteries).

Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Sony ZV-1F and the Sony ZV-1.

Sony ZV-1F vs Sony ZV-1 Camera Size Comparison - Front View
Comparison image of the Sony ZV-1F and the Sony ZV-1 Size, Weight and External Dimensions - Front View
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Sony ZV-1F and Sony ZV-1.
Sony ZV-1F vs Sony ZV-1 Camera Size Comparison - Top View
Top View Comparison image of the Sony ZV-1F and the the Sony ZV-1 Size

Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day. Sony ZV-1F is 38g lighter than the Sony ZV-1 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.

Weight Comparison

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ZV-1F
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Thickness Comparison

Compact Cameras

ZV-1F
ZV-1
Min
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Max
Weather Sealing

Unfortunately neither the Sony ZV-1F nor Sony ZV-1 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections:
Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing

LCD Screen Size and Features

Sony ZV-1F and Sony ZV-1's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.

Both cameras feature Fully Articulating screens where you can change the angle of the screen to make it easier to shoot from waist or over-the-head levels. Fully articulating screens are also useful for taking Selfies and video.


Sony ZV-1F vs Sony ZV-1: Sensor Comparison

Both Sony ZV-1F and Sony ZV-1 have 1″ sized 20.0 MP resolution sensors so sensor size and resolution is not a differentiator between these two cameras.

Below you can see the ZV-1F and ZV-1 sensor size comparison.

Sony ZV-1F vs Sony ZV-1 Sensor Size Comparison
Sensor Size and Resolution Comparison image of Sony ZV-1F and Sony ZV-1 Cameras


Sony ZV-1F and Sony ZV-1 have the same sensor sizes so they will provide same level of control over the depth of field when used with same focal length and aperture.

Sony ZV-1F vs Sony ZV-1 Lens Specs Comparison

Sony ZV-1F features a 20 mm F2 Prime lens whereas Sony ZV-1 features a 24-70 mm F1.8–2.8 2.9× zoom lens.

It is not easy to compare a prime lens with a zoom lens. Sony ZV-1's zoom lens provides a great flexibility compared to Sony ZV-1F's 20mm fixed focal length lens. On the other hand, ZV-1F's prime lens makes it a specialized camera. You compromise the flexibility of a zoom in order to enjoy the high image quality and unique rendering of this fast lens. On the tele end, Sony ZV-1 has 50mm longer telezoom reach than the Sony ZV-1F. However, with a max aperture of f2.00, Sony ZV-1F is faster at widest end.

Wide Coverage

Large sensor compact Cameras

ZV-1F
ZV-1
Widest - Sony ZV-1 II
Average
Telezoom

Large sensor compact Cameras

ZV-1F
ZV-1
Longest - Panasonic ZS200
Average
Max Aperture at Tele

Large sensor compact Cameras

ZV-1F
ZV-1
Fastest - Leica X (Typ 113)
Average
Max Aperture at Wide

Large sensor compact Cameras

ZV-1F
ZV-1
Fastest - Panasonic LX10
Average
What types of Photography are Sony ZV-1F and Sony ZV-1 Good for?
In this section, we rank and compare Sony ZV-1F and Sony ZV-1 for five different photography types in order to make your decision process easier in case you are specifically interested in one or more of these areas.

Sony ZV-1F for Portrait Photography
POOR

Sony ZV-1 for Portrait Photography
AVERAGE
Average sized 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) sensor
Very High Resolution Sensor: 20.0MP
External Flash Shoe
Manual Exposure Mode
No Image Stabilization
No RAW shooting capability
No Built-in Viewfinder
No Manual Focus Mode
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Average sized 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) sensor
Very High Resolution Sensor: 20.0MP
Image Stabilization
RAW shooting capability
External Flash Shoe
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
No Built-in Viewfinder
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Sony ZV-1F for Street Photography
AVERAGE

Sony ZV-1 for Street Photography
EXCELLENT
Live-view
Face-Detection Focusing
Fully Articulated LCD Screen
Fast Lens at Wide: f2.00
20 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Average sized 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) sensor
No Image Stabilization
No RAW shooting capability
No Built-in Viewfinder
No Manual Focus Mode
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Image Stabilization
RAW shooting capability
Manual Focus Mode
Live-view
Face-Detection Focusing
Fully Articulated LCD Screen
Fast Lens at Wide: f1.80
24 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Average sized 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) sensor
No Built-in Viewfinder
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Sony ZV-1F for Sports Photography
POOR

Sony ZV-1 for Sports Photography
POOR
External Flash Shoe
Manual Exposure Mode
Fast Continuous Shooting: 16.0fps
425 Focus Points
Average Max shutter speed: 1/2000s
No Image Stabilization
No RAW shooting capability
No Built-in Viewfinder
No Manual Focus Mode
Environmental Sealings
20 mm Tele Lens
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Image Stabilization
RAW shooting capability
External Flash Shoe
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
Fast Continuous Shooting: 24.0fps
315 Focus Points
Wireless Connection
Average Max shutter speed: 1/2000s
No Built-in Viewfinder
Environmental Sealings
Poor Battery Life: 260 shots
70 mm Tele Lens
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Sony ZV-1F for Daily Photography
AVERAGE

Sony ZV-1 for Daily Photography
GOOD
256g
Average sized 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
Body Thickness 44mm
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RAW shooting capability
294g
Average sized 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) sensor
Body Thickness 44mm
2.9X Optical Zoom
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Sony ZV-1F for Landscape Photography
POOR

Sony ZV-1 for Landscape Photography
POOR
Very High Resolution Sensor: 20.0MP
Manual Exposure Mode
20 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Average sized 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) sensor
No RAW shooting capability
No Manual Focus Mode
No Environmental Sealings
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Very High Resolution Sensor: 20.0MP
RAW shooting capability
Manual Focus Mode
Manual Exposure Mode
24 mm - Good Wide Angle Coverage
Average sized 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) sensor
No Environmental Sealings
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Sony ZV-1F vs Sony ZV-1: OUR DECISION

You may have already made your decision about which camera suits better for your needs and your budget so far, but in case you wonder how we rated Sony ZV-1F and Sony ZV-1, below you can find their scores in five different aspects. Our Decision Algorithm dynamically scores cameras using 69 different specs, current price and DxO Mark scores (where possible) in order to make a more objective and consistent comparison.

Here is a summary of how Sony ZV-1F and Sony ZV-1 scores compare:

Sony ZV-1F
Imaging
Features
Value
Portability
Overall
Ranked #39 out of 64 in Large sensor compact cameras
Ranked #374 out of 1268 in all Cameras
Sony ZV-1
Imaging
Features
Value
Portability
Overall
Ranked #8 out of 64 in Large sensor compact cameras
Ranked #205 out of 1268 in all Cameras

Sony ZV-1 is the overall winner of this comparison. It has a higher Overall Score and beats Sony ZV-1F in all criteria except one: Portability.
If small size and light body is a big priority for you, choose Sony ZV-1F. Otherwise, Sony ZV-1 is the better camera overall.

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Sony ZV-1 vs Sony ZV-1F Specs Table
Detailed comparison of specifications
General Sony ZV-1F Sony ZV-1
Brand Sony Sony
Announced 2022-10-13 2020-05-27
Body Type Large sensor compact Large sensor compact
Sensor
Type BSI-CMOS BSI-CMOS
Size 1″ 1″
Dimensions 13.2 x 8.8 mm 13.2 x 8.8 mm
Area 116.16mm2 116.16mm2
Megapixels 20 megapixels 20 megapixels
Max Resolution 5472 x 3648 5472 x 3648
Max Native Light sensitivity 12,800 ISO 12,800 ISO
Max Boosted Light Sensitivity 25600 ISO 25600 ISO
Min Native Light sensitivity 125 ISO 125 ISO
Min Boosted Light Sensitivity 80 ISO 80 ISO
RAW Support
Autofocus
AF Touch
AF Continuous
AF Single
AF Tracking
AF Selective
AF Center
AF Multi Area
AF Live View
AF Face Detection
AF Contrast Detection
AF Phase Detection
Number of Focus Points 425 315
Lens
Manual Focus
Lens Mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens Focal Range 20 mm (1.0x) 24-70 mm (2.9×)
Max Aperture F2 F1.8–2.8
Macro Focus Range 5cm 5cm
Screen
Type Fully Articulated Fully Articulated
Size 3.00" 3.00"
Resolution 922k dots 922k dots
Touch Screen
Viewfinder
Viewfinder None None
Photography Features
Max Mechanical Shutter 1/2000s 1/2000s
Max Electronic Shutter 1/32000s 1/32000s
Shutter Priority
Aperture Priority
Manual Exposure Mode
Custom White Balance
Built-in Image Stabilization Digital only Optical
Built-in Flash
Max Flash Sync n/a 1/100s
External Flash
Continuous Shooting 16.0 fps 24.0 fps
Multi-Segment Metering
Average Metering
Spot Metering
Partial Metering
AF-Area Metering
Center Weighted Metering
AE Bracketing
WB Bracketing
Video Features
Max Video Resolution 3840 x 2160 3840 x 2160
Video Formats MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Microphone Port
Headphone Port
Connectivity
Wireless Connectivity Built-In Built-In
HDMI
Physical
Environmental Sealing
Weight 256g 294g
Dimensions 106 x 60 x 46mm 105 x 60 x 44mm
Battery Life 360 shots 260 shots
Other Features
Timelapse Recording
GPS None None
DxO Sensor Scores
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