Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Zeiss ZX1

Following is a comprehensive overview of the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Zeiss ZX1, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Zeiss. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (10MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (1/1.7") and ZX1 (Full frame) possess different sensor size.

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The GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC was announced 9 years before the ZX1 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC matches up vs the ZX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC & Zeiss ZX1. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Gallery & Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC has got external dimensions of 114mm x 70mm x 44mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") having a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Zeiss ZX1 has dimensions of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Zeiss ZX1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC versus the ZX1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and ZX1 is 85 and 67 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing specifications. The pic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and ZX1.

To sum up, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Zeiss ZX1 will render more detail with its extra 27 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC will be behind with regard to sensor tech.