Samsung NX1 vs Zeiss ZX1

On this page, we are evaluating the Samsung NX1 versus Zeiss ZX1, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Zeiss. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the NX1 (28MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the NX1 (APS-C) and ZX1 (Full frame) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The NX1 was introduced 5 years prior to the ZX1 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the NX1 matches up versus the ZX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX1 & Zeiss ZX1. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung NX1 Gallery & Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX1 enjoys physical dimensions of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) and the Zeiss ZX1 has proportions of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the NX1 vs the ZX1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the NX1 and ZX1 is 66 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by going over specs. The visual underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the NX1 and ZX1.

All in all, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The NX1 using its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Zeiss ZX1 will offer you more detail using its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older NX1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.