Olympus 6000 vs Zeiss ZX1

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Olympus 6000 versus Zeiss ZX1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Zeiss. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the 6000 (10MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the 6000 (1/2.3") and ZX1 (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The 6000 was introduced 10 years prior to the ZX1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 6000 being a Compact camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summary of how the 6000 scores versus the ZX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 6000 & Zeiss ZX1. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus 6000 Gallery & Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus 6000 features outside measurements of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Zeiss ZX1 has measurements of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Take a look at the Olympus 6000 versus Zeiss ZX1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the 6000 against the ZX1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 6000 and ZX1 is 94 and 67 respectively.

Normally, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over a spec sheet. The pic here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 6000 and ZX1.

As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 6000 using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Zeiss ZX1 will offer more detail using its extra 27 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged 6000 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.