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Fujifilm

XF10

Pocket APS-C compact with a fixed 28mm-equivalent f/2.8 lens and 24MP Bayer sensor.

$499

Launch price

Released Jul 2018

vs
ZV-1

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 price

Released May 2020

ZV-1 is 1.8 years newer.

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Wins

4categories

XF10

Wins

6categories

ZV-1

Sports & Action

4 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

XF10 wins 0 categories·ZV-1 wins 5 categories
  • BZV-1 has higher Burst (mechanical) (24 fps vs 6 fps)
  • BZV-1 has higher Burst (electronic) (24 fps vs 6 fps)
  • BZV-1 has higher 4K max frame rate (30 fps vs 15 fps)
  • BZV-1 has higher 1080p max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
  • BZV-1 has higher Max video bit rate (100 Mbps vs 50 Mbps)

Key specs at a glance

XF10ZV-1
Resolution24.2 MP20.1 MP
SensorAPS-C13.2 × 8.8 mm
ISO max12,80012,800
Burst6 fps24 fps
4K15 fps30 fps
IBISNoNo
Weight279 g294 g
Battery330 shots260 shots

Size and weight, to scale

XF10

113 × 64 × 41 mm

279 g (0.62 lb / 9.84 oz)

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

for scale

ZV-1 front view

ZV-1

106 × 60 × 44 mm

294 g (0.65 lb / 10.37 oz)

XF10 is 3mm thinner than ZV-1 but it is also 7mm wider and 4mm taller.

XF10 is 15 g lighter than ZV-1.

Depth (front-to-back): 41mm XF10 · 44mm ZV-1

Back view, to scale

Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.

XF10

113 × 64 mm

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

ZV-1 back view

ZV-1

106 × 60 mm

Top view, to scale

Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.

XF10

113 × 41 mm

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

ZV-1 top view

ZV-1

106 × 44 mm

Sensor size, to scale

XF10

23.5 × 15.7 mm · APS-C

369 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

Use caseXF10ZV-1
Portrait
5.5Fair✓ wins
3.0Limited
Sports & Action
2.5Limited
6.5Good✓ wins
Video & Hybrid
2.5Limited
3.5Limited✓ wins
Landscape
1.5Limited✓ wins
0.0Limited
Travel
5.5Fair✓ wins
3.5Limited
Wildlife
1.0Limited
4.0Fair✓ wins
Vlogging
3.0Limited
5.0Fair✓ wins

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose

XF10

  • Codecs

    Adds H.264

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 112.5, 64.4, 41

  • AF points / zones

    425 vs 315 — higher is better

  • Battery life (CIPA)

    330 shots vs 260 shots — higher is better

  • Resolution

    24.2 MP vs 20.1 MP — higher is better

  • Weight

    279 g vs 294 g — lower 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 6 fps — higher is better

  • Burst (electronic)

    24 fps vs 6 fps — higher is better

  • AA filter

    Only ZV-1 supports it

  • Animal / bird AF

    Only ZV-1 supports it

  • Subject recognition

    Adds Animal

  • 4K max frame rate

    30 fps vs 15 fps — higher is better

Both cameras share

  • ISO max (native)Both 12,800
  • AF frame coverageBoth 100 %
  • Eye AFBoth support eye af
  • Card slotsBoth 1
  • TouchscreenBoth support touchscreen
  • Wi-FiBoth support wi-fi

Pros & cons at a glance

Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.

XF10

Pros

  • APS-C in a pocket body
  • 28mm-equivalent lens
  • Very light

Cons

  • No EVF
  • 4K limited to 15p
  • Simpler controls

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

Decided which one is right for you?

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Full specifications

= category winner

XF10
ZV-1
Resolution
24.2 MP+20%
20.1 MP
Sensor type
APS-C Bayer CMOS
1.0-type Exmor RS CMOS (stacked, with DRAM)
Sensor size
23.5 x 15.7 mm
13.2 × 8.8 mm
AA filter
No
Yes
XF10
ZV-1
Aperture
f/2.8
f/1.8–2.8
Focal length (35mm equiv.)
28 mm
24–70 mm
XF10
ZV-1
Processor
Fujifilm image processor
BIONZ X
XF10
ZV-1
ISO min (native)
200
125−75 less
ISO max (native)
12,800
12,800
ISO max (expanded)
51,200
12,800
XF10
ZV-1
Shutter type
Leaf Shutter + Electronic
Mechanical + Electronic
Max mechanical speed
1/4000 sec
1/2000 sec
Max electronic speed
1/32000 sec
1/32000 sec

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for sports, XF10 or ZV-1?

ZV-1 scores 6.5/10 versus 2.5/10 for XF10 — 24fps burst — fast action ready.

What's the resolution difference between the XF10 and ZV-1?

XF10 is 24.2 MP and ZV-1 is 20.1 MP, so the XF10 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

How does stabilization compare between the XF10 and ZV-1?

XF10 does not have IBIS, while ZV-1 uses Optical SteadyShot + Active electronic (electronic).

Which shoots faster bursts — the XF10 or the ZV-1?

XF10 reaches 6 fps electronic. ZV-1 reaches 24 fps electronic.

What's the weight difference between the XF10 and ZV-1?

XF10 weighs 279 g and ZV-1 weighs 294 g, so the XF10 is 15 g lighter.

Do the XF10 and ZV-1 record 4K video?

XF10: 4K up to 15p. ZV-1: 4K up to 30p.

Are the XF10 and ZV-1 weather sealed?

XF10: No. ZV-1: No.

Which has better battery life?

Rated battery life is 330 shots (CIPA) for the XF10 and 260 shots for the ZV-1, giving the XF10 the edge.

How much does each cost?

XF10 launched at $499 and ZV-1 at $749. The XF10 is $250 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.