Sony ZV-E10 vs Sony a1
This is a full comparison between the cameras Sony ZV-E10 and Sony a1. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
These cameras are both manufactured by Sony.
These two camera models were both released 2021.Camera | Released |
Sony ZV-E10 | 2021 |
Sony a1 | 2021 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Sony ZV-E10 has a "Sony APS-C"-sensor while Sony a1 has a "Sony Full Frame"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Sony ZV-E10 | 75 mm Sony APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Sony a1 | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Sony)
Resolution
Sony ZV-E10 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Sony a1 has 50 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Sony ZV-E10 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Sony a1 |
50 MP
49766400 pixels 8640 x 5760 |
Sony a1 has a 107 % larger resolution than Sony ZV-E10. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Both of these cameras offer the exact same ISO range. They both have 100 to 32000.
Camera | ISO Range |
Sony ZV-E10 | 100-32000 |
Sony a1 | 100-32000 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Sony ZV-E10
Lens compatibility chart for Sony a1
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Sony ZV-E10 can shoot up to 11 pictures per seconds and Sony a1 can shoot up to 30 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Sony ZV-E10 | 11 |
Sony a1 | 30 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Sony ZV-E10 and Sony a1 can shoot movies.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Sony a1 weighs 737 gr (equal to 1.62 lb) which is 115% heavier than Sony ZV-E10 and its 343 gr (or 0.76 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Sony ZV-E10 | 343 gr 0.76 lb |
Sony a1 | 737 gr 1.62 lb |
Sony ZV-E10 vs Sony a1 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Sony ZV-E10 and Sony a1, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Sony ZV-E10 |
Sony a1 |
Name | Sony ZV-E10 | Sony a1 |
Manufacturer | Sony | Sony |
Release Date and Price |
Sony ZV-E10 |
Sony a1 |
Release Year | 2021 | 2021 |
Release Date | 2021-07-27 | 2021-01-26 |
MSRP | 699 USD | 6499 USD |
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Camera Type |
Sony ZV-E10 |
Sony a1 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Sony ZV-E10 |
Sony a1 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 23.5 x 15.6 mm) | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | Stacked CMOS |
Resolution | 6000 x 4000 pixels | 8640 x 5760 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 50 MP |
Image Processor | BIONZ X | Dual Bionz XR |
Image |
Sony ZV-E10 |
Sony a1 |
ISO Range | 100 - 32000 | 100 - 32000 |
White Balance Presets | 10 | 7 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No |
Yes (Sensor-shift) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Sony ZV-E10 |
Sony a1 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 425 | 759 |
Lens Mount |
Sony E See Compatible Lenses |
Sony E See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
APS-C Sensor (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 mm |
Full frame No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Sony ZV-E10 |
Sony a1 |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 920000 | 1440000 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | No Viewfinder | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.9× | |
Viewfinder Resolution | 0 | 9437184 |
Photography features |
Sony ZV-E10 |
Sony a1 |
Frames per second | 11 fps | 30 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | No |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot Average |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Sony ZV-E10 |
Sony a1 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 XAVC-S |
H.264 H.265 XF-AVC XAVC-S XAVC-HS |
Video resolution |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 1920 |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 7680 x 4320 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Sony ZV-E10 |
Sony a1 |
Memory Card |
Memory Stick Pro Duo SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash Express SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Sony ZV-E10 |
Sony a1 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + NFC + Bluetooth) |
Yes Built-In 802.11ac (Dual Band) |
Remote Control | Supported (no further information) | Yes (via Bluetooth or tethered PC) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Sony ZV-E10 |
Sony a1 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
NP-FW50 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
NP-FZ100 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 440 shots | 530 shots |
Width | 115 mm | 129 mm |
Height | 64 mm | 97 mm |
Depth | 45 mm | 81 mm |
Weight | 343 gram | 737 gram |