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Fujifilm X100 vs Zeiss ZX1

Portability
80
Imaging
53
Features
36
Overall
46
Fujifilm FinePix X100 front
 
Zeiss ZX1 front
Portability
67
Imaging
79
Features
62
Overall
72

Fujifilm X100 vs Zeiss ZX1 Key Specs

Fujifilm X100
(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
Zeiss ZX1
(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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Fujifilm X100 vs Zeiss ZX1 Overview

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.

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The 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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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X100 over the Zeiss ZX1

 Fujifilm X100 ZX1 

Reasons to pick Zeiss ZX1 over the Fujifilm X100

 ZX1 Fujifilm X100 
ReleasedSeptember 2018May 2011More modern by 89 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display size4.34"2.8"Larger display (+1.54")
Display resolution2765k460kSharper 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Fujifilm X100 vs Zeiss ZX1 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X100 and ZX1 is 80 and 67 respectively.

Fujifilm X100 vs Zeiss ZX1 top view buttons comparison

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.

Fujifilm X100 vs Zeiss ZX1 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X100 vs Zeiss ZX1 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X100 vs Zeiss ZX1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X100 as a Portrait photography camera
Zeiss ZX1 as a Portrait photography camera
61
you can focus manually
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW files
sensor resolution low (12MP)
87
focusing manually
high MP (37MP)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
provides face detection autofocus
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X100 as a Street photography camera
Zeiss ZX1 as a Street photography camera
63
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW files
fixed screen
no image stabilization
71
screen can move to multiple angles
sensor size is big (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
boasts focus via touch
above average ISO range (51,200)
lack of image stabilization
more heavy than competitors (800 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X100 Sports photography advice
Zeiss ZX1 Sports photography advice
34
sensor size is good (APS-C)
focal length is fixed (35mm)
max frames per second low (5.0 fps)
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
no phase detect AF
64
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
high MP (37 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
provides tracking autofocus
can't change focal length (35mm)
max frames per second very slow (3.0 frames/s)
lack of image stabilization
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm X100
Travel photography with Zeiss ZX1
58
flash built-in
great max aperture (f2.0)
no Timelapse function
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
does not posses selfie friendly display
65
supports bluetooth
boasts focus via touch
high MP (37 megapixels)
fast max aperture (f2)
lack of Timelapse recording
more heavy than competitors (800g)
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X100 as a Landscape photography camera
Zeiss ZX1 as a Landscape photography camera
56
you can focus manually
great max aperture (f2.0)
screen is a good size (2.8")
sensor size is good (APS-C)
no anti-alias filter
supports RAW files
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (35mm)
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
no Timelapse function
70
focusing manually
fast max aperture (f2)
bigger than average screen (4.34 inch)
high MP (37 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
above average ISO range (51,200)
supports RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (35mm)
lack of image stabilization
lack of Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm X100
Vlogging with Zeiss ZX1
25
great max aperture (f2.0)
does not posses selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external microphone support
31
fast max aperture (f2)
touch screen
provides face detection autofocus
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
lack of external microphone socket
more heavy than competitors (800g)
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Fujifilm X100 vs Zeiss ZX1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X100 and Zeiss ZX1
 Fujifilm FinePix X100Zeiss 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 -