X-A7vs A6400vs ZV-1 II
Which should you buy?
Beginner Fujifilm — X-A7 (2019): The most affordable X-mount entry — Fujifilm colour and film simulations with a large flip screen for beginners.
Content Creation & Vlogging — A6400 (2019): The best value APS-C Sony you can buy — especially used. Real-time Eye AF at this price point was transformative when it launched and still makes it one of the most reliable autofocus systems in the lineup.
Pocket Vlogging — ZV-1 II (2023): The best pocket vlogging camera — 1-inch sensor, ultrawide zoom, flip screen, and real-time Eye AF in a shirt pocket.
Who should buy what
X-A7 (2019)
- You want an affordable first mirrorless with decent video capabilities
- You shoot a lot of selfie-style content or vlog on a budget
- Note: no viewfinder and limited lens support — the X-T30 II is a better long-term investment
A6400 (2019)
- Vloggers and content creators who need a flip screen and reliable AF
- Photographers upgrading from a compact or smartphone
- Beginners who want room to grow into a full E-mount lens ecosystem
- Anyone prioritising autofocus performance at an accessible price
ZV-1 II (2023)
- You create vlog content solo and want reliable face tracking in a genuinely portable camera
- You want a wide zoom range for shooting variety without ever changing lenses
- You want clearly better image quality and stabilisation than a smartphone, simply packaged
Quick take: The x-a7 has the highest resolution at 24mp; the x-a7 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-A7 (2019) | A6400 (2019) | ZV-1 II (2023) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £399 | £899 | £649 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP APS-C CMOS (Bayer, not X-Trans) | 24.2MP APS-C Exmor CMOS BSI | 20.1MP 1-inch Exmor RS CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 24.2MP | 20.1MP |
| Video | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p | 4K/30p (6K oversampled, no crop), 1080p/120p slow-motion | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect + contrast, 425 points | Phase-detect, 425 points, real-time Eye AF & animal AF | Phase-detect + contrast, 315 points, Real-time Eye AF |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | None (no IBIS) | Optical SteadyShot (OIS) |
| Burst Rate | 6fps | 11fps mechanical, 8fps with AF tracking | 15fps |
| Battery Life | ~440 shots (CIPA) | ~410 shots (CIPA) | ~260 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 320g body only | 403g (body, battery, card) | 292g |
| Dimensions | 118.0 × 80.6 × 55.2mm | 120.0 × 66.9 × 59.7mm | 105.5 × 60.0 × 43.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No | No |
| Viewfinder | None | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.70× magnification | None |
| Screen | 3.5" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen, 180° flip for selfie/vlog, 921k dots | 3.0" fully tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Sony E-mount | Fixed zoom — 18–50mm f/1.8–4.0 equiv |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-I | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB Micro-B, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, micro HDMI | Micro-USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm mic input |
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