Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Zeiss ZX1

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Fujifilm GFX 50S versus Zeiss ZX1, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands FujiFilm and Zeiss. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50S (51MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50S (Medium format) and ZX1 (Full frame) posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm GFX 50S was revealed 20 months prior to the ZX1 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm GFX 50S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a concise view of how the Fujifilm GFX 50S grades versus the ZX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm GFX 50S & Zeiss ZX1. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm GFX 50S Gallery & Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Fujifilm GFX 50S enjoys exterior dimensions of 148mm x 94mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") along with a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs) while 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).

Examine the Fujifilm GFX 50S versus Zeiss ZX1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50S compared to the ZX1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm GFX 50S and ZX1 is 59 and 67 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements purely by looking through specifications. The visual underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm GFX 50S and ZX1.

Plainly, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm GFX 50S using its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm GFX 50S will provide you with more detail because of its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm GFX 50S will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.