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Deciding between the Sony ZV 1 and the Panasonic Lumix DC FZ1000 II depends on your available space, storage capacity goals, and everyday usage style:
Designed for large households, bulk grocery shoppers, and long-term storage where total cubic feet is the highest priority.
Ideal for apartments, offices, dorms, or secondary kitchen use where space efficiency and neat organization are paramount.
| Specification | Sony ZV 1 | Panasonic Lumix DC FZ1000 II |
|---|---|---|
| Others | ||
| Body Type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Material Of Construction | — | — |
| Accessory Mount | — | — |
| Tripod Mounting Thread | — | — |
| GPS | — | — |
| Timelapse Recording | Yes | — |
| Orientation Sensor | Yes | Yes |
| Optics & Focus | ||
| View (Degree) | — | — |
| Manual Focus | Yes | Yes |
| Autofocus Sensitivity (EV) | — | — |
| Normal Focus Point | 315 | 49 |
| Macro Focus Range | 5 cm (1.97″) | 3 cm (1.18″) |
| Autofocus Points (Contrast Detaction) | — | — |
| Normal Focus Range | 5 cm (1.97″) | 30 cm (11.81″) |
| Autofocus Points (Phase Detaction) | — | — |
| Minimum Aperture | f/11 | f/11 |
| Autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Maximum Aperture | f/1.8 to 2.8 | f/2.8 to 4 |
| Lens Mount | — | — |
| Focal Length | 9.4-25.7 mm | 9.1-146 mm |
| Physical | ||
| Battery Life (CIPA) | 260 | 350 |
| Battery | NP-BX1 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion | Rechargeable Lithium-Ion |
| Weight (Pounds) | 0.65 | 1 |
| Dimensions | 4.15 x 2.36 x 1.7 | 9.1 x 9.1 x 9.1 |
| Battery Capacity | 1240 mAh | 1200 mAh |
| Screen/viewfinder | ||
| Viewfinder Coverage (%) | — | 100 |
| Viewfinder Type | — | Electronic |
| Live View | Yes | Yes |
| Screen Type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
| Diopter Adjustment | — | — |
| Touch Screen | Yes | Yes |
| Eye Point (mm) | — | — |
| Screen Resolution Dots | 921600 | 1240000 |
| Viewfinder Size (Inch) | — | — |
| Screen Size (Inch) | 3 | 3 |
| Viewfinder Resolution Dots | — | 2360000 |
| Display Type | Articulated LCD | Articulated LCD |
| Viewfinder Magnification | — | 0.74x |
| Photography Features | ||
| Maximum Shutter Speed (Sec) | 1/2000 | 1/4000 |
| Flash Modes | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Rear Sync, Flash Off | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off, 1st / 2nd Slow Sync. |
| Minimum Shutter Speed (Sec) | 30 | 60 |
| External Flash | Yes | Yes |
| Shutter Type | Electronic and Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter | Electronic and Mechanical Focal Plane Shutter |
| Built-in Flash | No | Yes |
| Subject / Scene Modes | Yes | Yes |
| WB Bracketing | Yes | Yes |
| Manual Exposure Mode | Yes | Yes |
| AE Bracketing | Yes | Yes |
| Shutter Priority | Yes | Yes |
| Exposure Compensation | -3 to +3 EV (1/3 EV Steps) | -5 to +5 EV (1/3 EV Steps) |
| Aperture Priority | Yes | Yes |
| Self-timer | 2/5/10-Second Delay | 2/10-Second Delay |
| Bulb/Time Mode | Bulb | Bulb |
| Continuous Shooting (upto-fps) | 24 | 12 |
| Sensors | ||
| Sensor Size | 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) | 1″ (13.2 x 8.8 mm) |
| 4K Video Recording | Yes | Yes |
| Sensor Photo Detectors (Mpx) | 21 | 21 |
| Effective Pixels (Mpx) | 20.1 | 20.1 |
| Aspect Ratio (W:H) | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 |
| Max Resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5472 x 3648 |
| Waterprrof | — | — |
| Processor | Bionz X | Venus Engine |
| Video/audio Features | ||
| Interval Recording | Yes | Yes |
| Recording Resolutions | 3840 x 2160, 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720 | 3840 x 2160, 1920 x 1080 |
| Video Format | MPEG-4/ AVCHD/XAVC S | MPEG-4/H.264 |
| Speaker | Mono | Mono |
| Microphone Type | Stereo | Stereo |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| Video System | NTSC/PAL | NTSC |
| Audio Recording Format | AC3, Linear PCM (Stereo) | AAC, Dolby Digital 2ch |
| Iso Sensitivity (photo) | ||
| Auto Mode | 100-12800 | 125-12800 |
| Extended | 64-25600 | 80-25600 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB Charging | Yes | Yes |
| USB Ports | USB Micro-B (USB 2.0) | USB Micro-B (USB 2.0) |
| Others I/O | — | — |
| PC Sync Socket | — | — |
| REMOTE CONTROL | Wired and Wireless | Wired and Wireless |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| WI-FI | Yes | Yes |
| Headphone Port | No | No |
| Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
| Image | ||
| Bit Depth | — | — |
| Image File Format | JPEG, Raw | JPEG, Raw |
| Image Stabilization | Optical, Digital | Optical (5-Axis) |
| Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
| White Balance Presets | 9 | 5 |
| Storage | ||
| Storage Types | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) |
| Iso Sensitivity (video) | ||
| Manual Mode | — | — |
| Auto Mode | 100-12800 | 125-12800 |
The main differences center around storage capacity, form factor, and convenience. The Sony ZV 1 provides extensive bulk storage capacity best suited for homes, garages, or basements needing deep freeze space. In contrast, the Panasonic Lumix DC FZ1000 II offers a compact upright design that fits into smaller spaces with convenient shelf organization.
Chest-style freezers generally excel in thermal efficiency because cold air naturally settles at the bottom and does not escape when the lid is lifted. Compact upright models have lower total kilowatt-hour usage simply due to their smaller cubic volume, making both designs efficient for their respective intended purposes.
Both products are available through official brand stores and authorized retailers with full manufacturer warranties and fast delivery options. Click the "Check Best Price" buttons in the comparison cards above to view today's latest promotions, official deals, and current availability.
Measure your available floor clearance first. If you have open space in a garage, basement, or utility room and want to freeze items in bulk, choose the Sony ZV 1. If you have limited room in a kitchen, apartment, dorm, or office and prefer easy eye-level access to items, choose the Panasonic Lumix DC FZ1000 II.