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Nikon ZR vs Sony ZV-E1

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The ZR wins 6 of 8 scored specs (resolution, burst, stabilization); the ZV-E1 wins 2 (battery (cipa), weight). They cost about the same.

6 WINSBuy it if you want: resolution, burst, stabilization, max video.
2 WINSBuy it if you want: battery (cipa), weight.
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Size, to scale

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Outer sizes are exact, from the makers' dimensions. Shapes are drawn by us to show each body style; the dashed circle is the lens mount at its real diameter.

  • Nikon ZR134 × 80.5 × 49 mm · 630 g
  • Sony ZV-E1121 × 71.9 × 54.3 mm · 483 g

Where they differ

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ZRZV-E1
PRICE & SCORE
Price$2,197BEST$2,198
CameraFits score8.2BEST6.8
PHOTO
Resolution24.5 MPBEST12.1 MP
BurstThe fastest frames per second the maker quotes. Top speeds often use the electronic shutter and may limit autofocus. Higher helps for sports, wildlife and kids.20 fpsBEST10 fps
StabilizationIn-body stabilisation. Each stop lets you shoot at half the shutter speed without blur, so 8 stops means very steady handheld shots.7.5 stopsBEST5 stops
ShutterFastest mechanical and electronic shutter speeds. The silent electronic shutter can freeze faster motion, but may bend fast subjects on slower sensors.Electronic only, 1/16000Electronic only, 1/8000
AutofocusWhat the camera recognises and tracks automatically, and how dark it can get before focus struggles (lower EV is better in low light).People · down to −10 EVPeople, animals, birds, insects, vehicles, aircraft, trains · down to −6 EV
VIDEO
Max videoThe highest video resolution it records internally.6KBEST4K
Log profileA flat picture profile that keeps highlight and shadow detail for colour grading later.N-Log / Log3G10 (R3D)S-Log3
Raw videoRaw keeps the most image data for editing, at much larger file sizes. Some cameras only record it to an external recorder.Internal R3D NE, N-RAW, ProRes RAW HQ (12-bit)None
Cooling fanA built-in fan lets the camera record for long stretches without overheating.—No
BODY & HANDLING
Battery (CIPA)Shots per charge on the CIPA standard test, using the rear screen. Real-world numbers are often higher.0 shots570 shotsBEST
WeightBody with battery and card, without a lens.630 g483 gBEST
Card slotsTwo slots let you record a backup copy at the same time, which matters for paid work like weddings.CFexpress B/XQD + microSD UHS-I1x SD UHS-II
Weather sealingSeals against dust and light rain. Pair it with a sealed lens.YesNo
SYSTEM
MountWhich lenses fit natively. Other lenses may work through an adapter.Nikon ZSony E
Native lenses50+200+

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