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Samsung NX200 vs Zeiss ZX1

Portability
90
Imaging
62
Features
57
Overall
60
Samsung NX200 front
 
Zeiss ZX1 front
Portability
67
Imaging
79
Features
62
Overall
72

Samsung NX200 vs Zeiss ZX1 Key Specs

Samsung NX200
(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
Zeiss ZX1
(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
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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.

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The 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.

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Reasons to pick Samsung NX200 over the Zeiss ZX1

 NX200 ZX1 

Reasons to pick Zeiss ZX1 over the Samsung NX200

 ZX1 NX200 
ReleasedSeptember 2018February 2012More recent by 80 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display sizing4.34"3"Larger display (+1.34")
Display resolution2765k614kClearer display (+2151k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Samsung NX200 and Zeiss ZX1

 NX200 ZX1 
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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Samsung NX200 vs Zeiss ZX1 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX200 and ZX1 is 90 and 67 respectively.

Samsung NX200 vs Zeiss ZX1 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Samsung NX200 vs Zeiss ZX1 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung NX200 vs Zeiss ZX1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung NX200 Portrait photography features
Zeiss ZX1 Portrait photography features
77
you can focus manually
MP count good (20MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
features face detect focusing
supports RAW formats
87
manual focus
MP count great (37 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
includes face detection focusing
delivers RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Samsung NX200
Street photography with Zeiss ZX1
73
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
lighter than average in class (223g)
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
71
screen can move to multiple angles
large sensor size (Full frame)
delivers RAW files
comes with focus via touch
above average ISO range (51,200)
does not have image stabilization
more heavy than competition (800g)
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Sports Comparison

Samsung NX200 Sports photography highlights
Zeiss ZX1 Sports photography highlights
56
MP count good (20MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
does not have image stabilization
no phase detect AF
64
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
MP count great (37MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
includes tracking autofocus
fixed focal length (35mm)
max fps very slow (3.0 frames/s)
does not have image stabilization
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Samsung NX200 Travel photography info
Zeiss ZX1 Travel photography info
68
lighter than average in class (223g)
MP count good (20 megapixels)
missing Time Lapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
65
connects via bluetooth
comes with focus via touch
MP count great (37MP)
fast maximum aperture (f2)
missing Timelapse function
more heavy than competition (800g)
does not offer selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung NX200 Landscape photography advice
Zeiss ZX1 Landscape photography advice
71
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Samsung NX mount)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
MP count good (20MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
missing Time Lapse mode
70
manual focus
fast maximum aperture (f2)
lovely big screen (4.34 inch)
MP count great (37MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
above average ISO range (51,200)
delivers RAW files
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (35mm)
does not have image stabilization
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung NX200 as a Vlogging camera
Zeiss ZX1 as a Vlogging camera
34
features face detect focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than average in class (223 grams)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
missing mic port
31
fast maximum aperture (f2)
touchscreen functionality
includes face detection focusing
high res video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
does not offer selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
missing external microphone socket
more heavy than competition (800 grams)
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Samsung NX200 vs Zeiss ZX1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung NX200 and Zeiss ZX1
 Samsung NX200Zeiss ZX1
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 -