Fujifilm
X70
Pocketable APS-C compact with a fixed 28mm-equivalent f/2.8 lens and tilting touchscreen.
$699
Launch priceReleased Jan 2016
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 4.3 years newer.
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Wins
X70
Wins
ZV-1
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BZV-1 has higher Burst (mechanical) (24 fps vs 8 fps)
- BZV-1 has higher Burst (electronic) (24 fps vs 8 fps)
- BZV-1 has higher Max video bit rate (100 Mbps vs 36 Mbps)
- BZV-1 has higher ISO max (native) (12,800 vs 6,400)
- BZV-1 has higher 1080p max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareX70
113 × 64 × 44 mm
340 g (0.75 lb / 11.99 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
ZV-1
106 × 60 × 44 mm
294 g (0.65 lb / 10.37 oz)
X70 is 7mm wider, 4mm taller, and 1mm thicker than ZV-1.
X70 is 46 g heavier than ZV-1.
Depth (front-to-back): 44mm X70 · 44mm ZV-1
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X70
113 × 64 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.
X70
113 × 44 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
ZV-1
106 × 44 mm
Sensor size, to scale
X70
23.6 × 15.6 mm · APS-C
368 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
X70
Codecs
Adds H.264
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 112.5, 64.4, 44.4
AF points / zones
425 vs 315 — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
330 shots vs 260 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
ZV-1
Codecs
Adds XAVC S, AVCHD
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 105.5, 60, 43.5
Burst (mechanical)
24 fps vs 8 fps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
24 fps vs 8 fps — higher is better
Max video bit rate
100 Mbps vs 36 Mbps — higher is better
AA filter
Only ZV-1 supports it
ISO max (native)
12,800 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Animal / bird AF
Only ZV-1 supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
X70
Pros
- ✓APS-C pocket compact
- ✓28mm-equivalent lens
- ✓Tilting touchscreen
Cons
- –No built-in EVF
- –No 4K
- –Discontinued
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 X70
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, X70 or ZV-1?
ZV-1 scores 6.5/10 versus 2.5/10 for X70 — 24fps burst — fast action ready.
What's the resolution difference between the X70 and ZV-1?
X70 is 16.3 MP and ZV-1 is 20.1 MP, so the ZV-1 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
How does stabilization compare between the X70 and ZV-1?
X70 does not have IBIS, while ZV-1 uses Optical SteadyShot + Active electronic (electronic).
Which shoots faster bursts — the X70 or the ZV-1?
X70 reaches 8 fps electronic. ZV-1 reaches 24 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X70 and ZV-1?
X70 weighs 340 g and ZV-1 weighs 294 g, so the ZV-1 is 46 g lighter.
Do the X70 and ZV-1 record 4K video?
X70: Full HD. ZV-1: 4K up to 30p.
Are the X70 and ZV-1 weather sealed?
X70: No. ZV-1: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 330 shots (CIPA) for the X70 and 260 shots for the ZV-1, giving the X70 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X70 launched at $699 and ZV-1 at $749. The X70 is $50 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.