Samsung GX-20 vs Zeiss ZX1

Lets look closer at the Samsung GX-20 vs Zeiss ZX1, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Zeiss. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the GX-20 (15MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the GX-20 (APS-C) and ZX1 (Full frame) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The GX-20 was introduced 11 years before the ZX1 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the GX-20 grades versus the ZX1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung GX-20 & Zeiss ZX1. The whole galleries are available at Samsung GX-20 Gallery & Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Samsung GX-20 has got physical measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs) while the Zeiss ZX1 has measurements of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the GX-20 and the ZX1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX-20 and ZX1 is 58 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over technical specs. The image here should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the GX-20 and ZX1.

As you have seen, the two cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GX-20 using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Zeiss ZX1 will deliver greater detail using its extra 22 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged GX-20 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.