Canon SX520 HS vs Zeiss ZX1

On this page, we will be comparing the Canon SX520 HS vs Zeiss ZX1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Zeiss. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the SX520 HS (16MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the SX520 HS (1/2.3") and ZX1 (Full frame) posses different sensor sizes.

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The SX520 HS was unveiled 5 years earlier than the ZX1 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX520 HS being a Compact camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SX520 HS scores against the ZX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX520 HS has got physical dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Zeiss ZX1 has specifications of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the SX520 HS compared to the ZX1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX520 HS and ZX1 is 69 and 67 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes purely by researching specs. The picture underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX520 HS and ZX1.

All in all, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SX520 HS using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Zeiss ZX1 will result in greater detail having an extra 21 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged SX520 HS will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.