Samsung NX1000 vs Zeiss ZX1

Following is a in depth comparison of the Samsung NX1000 and Zeiss ZX1, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Samsung and Zeiss. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the NX1000 (20MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the NX1000 (APS-C) and ZX1 (Full frame) offer totally different sensor size.

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The NX1000 was revealed 7 years before the ZX1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the NX1000 grades against the ZX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung NX1000 & Zeiss ZX1. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung NX1000 Gallery & Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung NX1000 features exterior measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Zeiss ZX1 has dimensions of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") along with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the NX1000 and the ZX1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the NX1000 and ZX1 is 90 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes merely by checking out specifications. The image underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the NX1000 and ZX1.

Plainly, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The NX1000 with its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh trickier and the Zeiss ZX1 will provide extra detail because of its extra 17 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged NX1000 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.