Samsung NX200 vs Zeiss ZX1
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Samsung NX200 vs Zeiss ZX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 223g - 117 x 63 x 36mm
- Introduced February 2012
- Old Model is Samsung NX100
- Replacement is Samsung NX210
(Full Review)
- 37MP - Full frame Sensor
- 4.34" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 51200
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 35mm (F2-22) lens
- 800g - 142 x 93 x 46mm
- Released September 2018
Samsung NX200 vs Zeiss ZX1 Overview
In this write-up, we are evaluating the Samsung NX200 vs Zeiss ZX1, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Samsung and Zeiss. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the NX200 (20MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the NX200 (APS-C) and ZX1 (Full frame) feature totally different sensor sizing.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe NX200 was revealed 7 years earlier than the ZX1 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the NX200 scores vs the ZX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Samsung NX200 vs Zeiss ZX1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX200 and Zeiss ZX1. The full galleries are available at Samsung NX200 Gallery and Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX200 over the Zeiss ZX1
NX200 | ZX1 |
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Reasons to pick Zeiss ZX1 over the Samsung NX200
ZX1 | NX200 | |||
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Released | September 2018 | February 2012 | More recent by 80 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display sizing | 4.34" | 3" | Larger display (+1.34") | |
Display resolution | 2765k | 614k | Clearer display (+2151k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Samsung NX200 and Zeiss ZX1
NX200 | ZX1 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Samsung NX200 vs Zeiss ZX1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung NX200 comes with physical measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst 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).
Take a look at the Samsung NX200 vs Zeiss ZX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view scale comparison of the NX200 and the ZX1.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX200 and ZX1 is 90 and 67 respectively.
Samsung NX200 vs Zeiss ZX1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the NX200 and ZX1.
As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The NX200 having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Zeiss ZX1 will offer you more detail because of its extra 17MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The older NX200 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
Samsung NX200 vs Zeiss ZX1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Samsung NX200 vs Zeiss ZX1 Specifications
Samsung NX200 | Zeiss ZX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Samsung | Zeiss |
Model | Samsung NX200 | Zeiss ZX1 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-02-28 | 2018-09-27 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 37MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 7488 x 4992 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 51200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 15 | 255 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Samsung NX | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 35mm (1x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2-22 |
Number of lenses | 32 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 4.34 inch |
Display resolution | 614k dots | 2,765k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | Active Matrix OLED screen | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 6,221k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 223 grams (0.49 pounds) | 800 grams (1.76 pounds) |
Dimensions | 117 x 63 x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") | 142 x 93 x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 69 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 618 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BC1030 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | 512GB internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $818 | - |