Between the FX30 and ZV-1F, the FX30 comes out ahead in max video / sensor size, while the ZV-1F wins on several specs. Overall, the FX30 scores 35 and the ZV-1F scores 35 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
These two are evenly matched on the broad strokes; the decision sits on which individual spec advantages weigh more for your use.
Pick the FX30 if you care most about max video / sensor size. The biggest gaps in its favor are max video, sensor size.
The ZV-1F similarly does not carry a headline advantage on the popular specs — look at the full table for category-specific deltas.
Both ship with comparable optical zoom, xlr input, so those specs do not separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: there is no wrong answer here — match the spec advantages to how you actually use the product. The Mars Score parity says both are well-rounded; the differences are about trade-offs, not quality.
Why Sony - FX30 wins
- ▲Max video: 4K120 (vs 4K30).
- ▲Sensor size: APS-C (vs 1").
Why Sony - ZV-1F wins
- No decisive advantages.
Spec comparison
Video
| Spec | Sony - FX30 | Sony - ZV-1F |
|---|---|---|
| Max video | 4K120lead | 4K30 |
| Optical zoom | 0 | 0 |
| Sensor sizeⓘ | APS-Clead | 1" |
Audio
| Spec | Sony - FX30 | Sony - ZV-1F |
|---|---|---|
| XLR input | false | false |
| Headphone jack | truelead | false |
Design
| Spec | Sony - FX30 | Sony - ZV-1F |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 646 g | 256 glead |
| Articulating screen | true | true |
Spec-level deep dives
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