Samsung NX30 vs Zeiss ZX1

Here is a in depth review of the Samsung NX30 versus Zeiss ZX1, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Samsung and Zeiss. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the NX30 (20MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the NX30 (APS-C) and ZX1 (Full frame) offer totally different sensor size.

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The NX30 was unveiled 5 years before the ZX1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Samsung NX30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the NX30 grades versus the ZX1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Samsung NX30 and Zeiss ZX1. The full galleries are available at Samsung NX30 Gallery and Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Samsung NX30 features exterior measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") and a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs) whilst the Zeiss ZX1 has proportions of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Check the Samsung NX30 versus Zeiss ZX1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the NX30 and the ZX1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the NX30 and ZX1 is 75 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through technical specs. The photograph underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the NX30 and ZX1.

As you can tell, each of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The NX30 with its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Zeiss ZX1 will give more detail having an extra 17MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos way more aggressively. The older NX30 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.