Panasonic ZS30 vs Zeiss ZX1

Below, we will be analyzing the Panasonic ZS30 vs Zeiss ZX1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Zeiss. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the ZS30 (18MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the ZS30 (1/2.3") and ZX1 (Full frame) feature different sensor sizes.

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The ZS30 was revealed 6 years earlier than the ZX1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic ZS30 being a Compact camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick overview of how the ZS30 grades vs the ZX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 and Zeiss ZX1. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS30 Gallery and Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZS30 provides outer dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Zeiss ZX1 has dimensions of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic ZS30 vs Zeiss ZX1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the ZS30 vs the ZX1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS30 and ZX1 is 92 and 67 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specs. The picture below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS30 and ZX1.

All in all, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The ZS30 using its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Zeiss ZX1 will show extra detail because of its extra 19MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged ZS30 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.