Panasonic G9 vs Zeiss ZX1

Below, we will be matching up the Panasonic G9 vs Zeiss ZX1, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Zeiss. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the G9 (20MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the G9 (Four Thirds) and ZX1 (Full frame) enjoy different sensor size.

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The G9 was brought out 10 months before the ZX1 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the G9 scores versus the ZX1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 and Zeiss ZX1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic G9 Gallery and Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic G9 has outside measurements of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") with a weight of 658 grams (1.45 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).

Analyze the Panasonic G9 vs Zeiss ZX1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the G9 vs the ZX1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G9 and ZX1 is 62 and 67 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by going through specs. The pic underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 and ZX1.

As you can plainly see, both cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G9 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Zeiss ZX1 will show extra detail having its extra 17MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged G9 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.