Canon G7 X vs Zeiss ZX1
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Canon G7 X vs Zeiss ZX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 304g - 103 x 60 x 40mm
- Released September 2014
- Newer Model is Canon G7 X MII
(Full Review)
- 37MP - Full frame Sensor
- 4.34" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 51200
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 35mm (F2-22) lens
- 800g - 142 x 93 x 46mm
- Revealed September 2018
Canon G7 X vs Zeiss ZX1 Overview
The following is a extended analysis of the Canon G7 X and Zeiss ZX1, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Zeiss. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the G7 X (20MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the G7 X (1") and ZX1 (Full frame) posses totally different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe G7 X was released 5 years before the ZX1 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a short view of how the G7 X scores versus the ZX1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon G7 X vs Zeiss ZX1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G7 X and Zeiss ZX1. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G7 X Gallery and Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G7 X over the Zeiss ZX1
G7 X | ZX1 | |||
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Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Zeiss ZX1 over the Canon G7 X
ZX1 | G7 X | |||
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Revealed | September 2018 | September 2014 | Newer by 49 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Display size | 4.34" | 3" | Larger display (+1.34") | |
Display resolution | 2765k | 1040k | Crisper display (+1725k dot) |
Common features in the Canon G7 X and Zeiss ZX1
G7 X | ZX1 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focusing | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Canon G7 X vs Zeiss ZX1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon G7 X enjoys outer dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Zeiss ZX1 has sizing of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
Check the Canon G7 X and Zeiss ZX1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the G7 X versus the ZX1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the G7 X and ZX1 is 88 and 67 respectively.
Canon G7 X vs Zeiss ZX1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing specifications. The image below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the G7 X and ZX1.
To sum up, both the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The G7 X because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Zeiss ZX1 will offer you more detail as a result of its extra 17 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged G7 X is going to be behind in sensor technology.
Canon G7 X vs Zeiss ZX1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon G7 X vs Zeiss ZX1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G7 X | Zeiss ZX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Zeiss |
Model | Canon PowerShot G7 X | Zeiss ZX1 |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2014-09-15 | 2018-09-27 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 37 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 7488 x 4992 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 51200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 31 | 255 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 35mm (1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/2-22 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 4.34 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 2,765k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 6,221k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 40 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.5 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 304 gr (0.67 lb) | 800 gr (1.76 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 60 x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") | 142 x 93 x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 71 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 556 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-13L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 0r 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | 512GB internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $490 | - |