Fujifilm X100 vs Zeiss ZX1
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Fujifilm X100 vs Zeiss ZX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 12800
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35mm (F2.0) lens
- 445g - 126 x 75 x 54mm
- Released May 2011
- Replacement is Fujifilm X100S
(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
- Released September 2018
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Let's look more closely at the Fujifilm X100 versus Zeiss ZX1, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Zeiss. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X100 (12MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the Fujifilm X100 (APS-C) and ZX1 (Full frame) provide totally different sensor sizing.
Photography GlossaryThe Fujifilm X100 was announced 8 years earlier than the ZX1 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).
Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the Fujifilm X100 matches up against the ZX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix X100 and Zeiss ZX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X100 Gallery and Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X100 over the Zeiss ZX1
| Fujifilm X100 | ZX1 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Zeiss ZX1 over the Fujifilm X100
| ZX1 | Fujifilm X100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | September 2018 |  | May 2011 | More modern by 89 months |
| Display type | Fully Articulated |  | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
| Display size | 4.34" |  | 2.8" | Larger display (+1.54") |
| Display resolution | 2765k |  | 460k | Sharper display (+2305k dot) |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X100 and Zeiss ZX1
| Fujifilm X100 | ZX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More precise focus | ||
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen |
Fujifilm X100 vs Zeiss ZX1 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X100 features outer measurements of 126mm x 75mm x 54mm (5.0" x 3.0" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) while the Zeiss ZX1 has specifications of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm X100 versus Zeiss ZX1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm X100 versus the ZX1.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X100 and ZX1 is 80 and 67 respectively.
Fujifilm X100 vs Zeiss ZX1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading through a spec sheet. The pic underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X100 and ZX1.
As you can see, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X100 having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Zeiss ZX1 will give extra detail with its extra 25MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm X100 vs Zeiss ZX1 Specifications
| Fujifilm FinePix X100 | Zeiss ZX1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Zeiss |
| Model type | Fujifilm FinePix X100 | Zeiss ZX1 |
| Class | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2011-05-16 | 2018-09-27 |
| Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | EXR | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
| Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.8mm | 36 x 24mm |
| Sensor area | 372.9mm² | 864.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 37 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 7488 x 4992 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 51200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 200 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 49 | 255 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 35mm (1x) | 35mm (1x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.0 | f/2-22 |
| Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
| Display sizing | 2.8 inch | 4.34 inch |
| Display resolution | 460k dots | 2,765k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display tech | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic and Optical (tunnel) | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 1,440k dots | 6,221k dots |
| Viewfinder coverage | 90 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.5x | - |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 9.00 m | no built-in flash |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
| Video format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 445 gr (0.98 pounds) | 800 gr (1.76 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 126 x 75 x 54mm (5.0" x 3.0" x 2.1") | 142 x 93 x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 73 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 22.9 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.4 | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | 1001 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 300 photographs | - |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | NP-95 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | 512GB internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail cost | $1,800 | - |