Olympus 1s vs Zeiss ZX1

Let's look much closer at the Olympus 1s vs Zeiss ZX1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Zeiss. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the 1s (12MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the 1s (1/1.7") and ZX1 (Full frame) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The 1s was revealed 4 years earlier than the ZX1 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 1s being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the 1s grades vs the ZX1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus 1s and Zeiss ZX1. The full galleries are available at Olympus 1s Gallery and Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus 1s has exterior dimensions of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") having a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Zeiss ZX1 has proportions of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Look at the Olympus 1s vs Zeiss ZX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the 1s versus the ZX1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1s and ZX1 is 79 and 67 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements only by going over technical specs. The graphic here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 1s and ZX1.

As you can tell, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The 1s using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Zeiss ZX1 will offer greater detail because of its extra 25MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older 1s is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.