Fujifilm
X100
The original fixed-lens premium compact that launched the X100 line and Fujifilm's modern revival.
$1,199
Launch priceReleased Feb 2011
Sony
ZV-1
The original Sony vlogging compact with a 1-inch stacked sensor, 24–70mm f/1.8–2.8 ZEISS lens, Real-time Eye AF, and side-flip screen.
$749
Launch priceReleased May 2020
ZV-1 is 9.3 years newer.
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Wins
X100
Wins
ZV-1
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX100 has higher IBIS effectiveness (6 stops vs 0 stops)
- BZV-1 has higher Burst (mechanical) (24 fps vs 6 fps)
- AX100 has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 12,800)
- AX100 has higher 4K max frame rate (60 fps vs 30 fps)
- AX100 has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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X100
127 × 74 × 54 mm
445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
ZV-1
106 × 60 × 44 mm
294 g (0.65 lb / 10.37 oz)
X100 is 21mm wider, 14mm taller, and 10mm thicker than ZV-1.
X100 is 151 g heavier than ZV-1.
Depth (front-to-back): 54mm X100 · 44mm ZV-1
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X100
127 × 74 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
ZV-1
106 × 60 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
X100
127 × 54 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
ZV-1
106 × 44 mm
Sensor size, to scale
X100
23.6 × 15.8 mm · APS-C
373 mm² area
ZV-1
13.2 × 8.8 mm · 1″
116 mm² area
3.2× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
X100
AF low-light limit
-7 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Codecs
Adds H.265, H.264
IBIS effectiveness
6 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 126.5, 74.4, 53.9
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 12,800 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Vehicle
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only X100 supports it
Reasons to choose
ZV-1
Codecs
Adds XAVC S, AVCHD
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 105.5, 60, 43.5
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I, Memory Stick Duo
Burst (mechanical)
24 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better
Resolution
20.1 MP vs 12.3 MP — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
24 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better
Weight
294 g vs 445 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
X100
Pros
- ✓Historic X100 origin
- ✓Hybrid viewfinder debut
- ✓Classic design
- ✓APS-C in compact
Cons
- –12MP very dated
- –Slow AF
- –No 4K
ZV-1
Pros
- ✓1-inch stacked Exmor RS sensor with DRAM
- ✓24–70mm f/1.8–2.8 ZEISS zoom
- ✓Real-time Eye AF and Product Showcase
- ✓Side vari-angle LCD for vlogging
- ✓4K oversampled video and HFR slow-mo
Cons
- –Fixed 24–70mm zoom (no telephoto reach)
- –No built-in ND filter (unlike ZV-1 II)
- –No EVF
- –Short battery life for long shoots
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Fujifilm X100
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for portraits, X100 or ZV-1?
X100 scores 5.5/10 versus 3.0/10 for ZV-1 — Eye AF locks focus on subjects reliably.
What's the resolution difference between the X100 and ZV-1?
X100 is 12.3 MP and ZV-1 is 20.1 MP, so the ZV-1 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X100 and ZV-1 have in-body image stabilization?
X100 has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while ZV-1 uses Optical SteadyShot + Active electronic (electronic).
Which shoots faster bursts — the X100 or the ZV-1?
X100 reaches 15 fps electronic. ZV-1 reaches 24 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X100 and ZV-1?
X100 weighs 445 g and ZV-1 weighs 294 g, so the ZV-1 is 151 g lighter.
Do the X100 and ZV-1 record 4K video?
X100: 4K up to 60p. ZV-1: 4K up to 30p.
Are the X100 and ZV-1 weather sealed?
X100: No. ZV-1: No.
How much does each cost?
X100 launched at $1,199 and ZV-1 at $749. The ZV-1 is $450 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Fujifilm and Sony press materials.