Samsung GX-1S vs Zeiss ZX1

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Samsung GX-1S and Zeiss ZX1, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Zeiss. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the GX-1S (6MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the GX-1S (APS-C) and ZX1 (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The GX-1S was revealed 13 years earlier than the ZX1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the GX-1S grades vs the ZX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung GX-1S and Zeiss ZX1. The full galleries are provided at Samsung GX-1S Gallery and Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Samsung GX-1S comes with outer dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs) and the Zeiss ZX1 has sizing of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") along with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Analyze the Samsung GX-1S and Zeiss ZX1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the GX-1S versus the ZX1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GX-1S and ZX1 is 68 and 67 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes merely by checking out technical specs. The pic underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX-1S and ZX1.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GX-1S with its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF harder and the Zeiss ZX1 will show greater detail because of its extra 31 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged GX-1S will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.