Panasonic FH6 vs Zeiss ZX1

Following is a extensive assessment of the Panasonic FH6 vs Zeiss ZX1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Zeiss. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the FH6 (14MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the FH6 (1/2.3") and ZX1 (Full frame) enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The FH6 was unveiled 7 years earlier than the ZX1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH6 being a Compact camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the FH6 scores against the ZX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 and Zeiss ZX1. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FH6 Gallery and Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH6 provides physical dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) while the Zeiss ZX1 has proportions 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 Panasonic FH6 vs Zeiss ZX1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the FH6 compared to the ZX1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH6 and ZX1 is 96 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by checking out specifications. The pic below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH6 and ZX1.

Plainly, both the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FH6 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Zeiss ZX1 will provide extra detail having an extra 23MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged FH6 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.