Nikon L19 vs Zeiss ZX1

Here, we will be analyzing the Nikon L19 vs Zeiss ZX1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Zeiss. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the L19 (8MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the L19 (1/2.5") and ZX1 (Full frame) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The L19 was revealed 10 years prior to the ZX1 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon L19 being a Compact camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the L19 matches up versus the ZX1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L19 & Zeiss ZX1. The full galleries are available at Nikon L19 Gallery & Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon L19 has physical dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst 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).

Take a look at the Nikon L19 vs Zeiss ZX1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the L19 and the ZX1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L19 and ZX1 is 94 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through technical specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the L19 and ZX1.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The L19 using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Zeiss ZX1 will render extra detail because of its extra 29 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older L19 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.