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Samsung SL202 vs Zeiss ZX1

Portability
94
Imaging
32
Features
17
Overall
26
Samsung SL202 front
 
Zeiss ZX1 front
Portability
67
Imaging
77
Features
62
Overall
71

Samsung SL202 vs Zeiss ZX1 Key Specs

Samsung SL202
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-102mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
  • 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
  • Launched February 2009
  • Also referred to as PL50
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 SL202 vs Zeiss ZX1 Overview

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Samsung SL202 and Zeiss ZX1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Zeiss. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the SL202 (10MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the SL202 (1/2.3") and ZX1 (Full frame) possess totally different sensor sizing.

Photography Glossary

The SL202 was brought out 10 years earlier than the ZX1 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Samsung SL202 being a Compact camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SL202 matches up versus the ZX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Samsung SL202 over the Zeiss ZX1

 SL202 ZX1 

Reasons to pick Zeiss ZX1 over the Samsung SL202

 ZX1 SL202 
ReleasedSeptember 2018February 2009Fresher by 116 months
Manual focus More exact focusing
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display sizing4.34"2.7"Larger display (+1.64")
Display resolution2765k230kSharper display (+2535k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Samsung SL202 and Zeiss ZX1

 SL202 ZX1 
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Samsung SL202 vs Zeiss ZX1 Physical Comparison

If you're planning to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Samsung SL202 has outer measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Zeiss ZX1 has dimensions of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Contrast the Samsung SL202 and Zeiss ZX1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the SL202 against the ZX1.

Samsung SL202 vs Zeiss ZX1 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SL202 and ZX1 is 94 and 67 respectively.

Samsung SL202 vs Zeiss ZX1 top view buttons comparison

Samsung SL202 vs Zeiss ZX1 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing only by going over technical specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SL202 and ZX1.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SL202 due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Zeiss ZX1 will offer you more detail having its extra 27 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The older SL202 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Samsung SL202 vs Zeiss ZX1 sensor size comparison

Samsung SL202 vs Zeiss ZX1 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung SL202 vs Zeiss ZX1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung SL202 as a Portrait photography camera
Zeiss ZX1 as a Portrait photography camera
24
includes face detect focus
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
megapixel count low (10MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
86
focusing manually
excellent sensor resolution (37 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
supports face detection focusing
saves RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung SL202 as a Street photography camera
Zeiss ZX1 as a Street photography camera
46
no moving screen
no image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
70
screen can move to multiple angles
sensor size is large (Full frame)
saves RAW files
includes touch focus
good high ISO (51,200)
does not have image stabilization
heavier than competition in class (800g)
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Sports Comparison

Samsung SL202 Sports photography highlights
Zeiss ZX1 Sports photography highlights
16
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (10MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
63
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
excellent sensor resolution (37 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
supports tracking autofocus
focal length is fixed (35mm)
slow fps (3.0 fps)
does not have image stabilization
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Samsung SL202 Travel photography features
Zeiss ZX1 Travel photography features
57
has built in flash
quite wide (28mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
65
has bluetooth
includes touch focus
excellent sensor resolution (37 megapixels)
good maximum aperture (f2)
does not have Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition in class (800g)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung SL202 Landscape photography details
Zeiss ZX1 Landscape photography details
26
quite wide (28mm)
no manual focus
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not available
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (10MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
69
focusing manually
good maximum aperture (f2)
lovely big screen (4.34 inch)
excellent sensor resolution (37MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
good high ISO (51,200)
saves RAW files
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (35mm)
does not have image stabilization
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Samsung SL202 Vlogging information
Zeiss ZX1 Vlogging information
27
quite wide (28mm)
includes face detect focus
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 resolution)
doesn't have mic socket
31
good maximum aperture (f2)
touch screen
supports face detection focusing
video res high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
does not have external mic jack
heavier than competition in class (800g)
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Samsung SL202 vs Zeiss ZX1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung SL202 and Zeiss ZX1
 Samsung SL202Zeiss ZX1
General Information
Manufacturer Samsung Zeiss
Model Samsung SL202 Zeiss ZX1
Also called PL50 -
Type Small Sensor Compact Large Sensor Compact
Launched 2009-02-17 2018-09-27
Body design Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" Full frame
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 36 x 24mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 864.0mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixels 37 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 3:2
Maximum resolution 3648 x 2736 7488 x 4992
Maximum native ISO 1600 51200
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points - 255
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-102mm (3.6x) 35mm (1x)
Maximal aperture f/2.8-5.7 f/2-22
Macro focus distance 5cm -
Crop factor 5.9 1
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Screen sizing 2.7" 4.34"
Resolution of screen 230k dot 2,765k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 6,221k dot
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/1500 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed - 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.60 m no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix no built-in flash
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Maximum video resolution 640x480 3840x2160
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 168 gr (0.37 lbs) 800 gr (1.76 lbs)
Dimensions 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") 142 x 93 x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model SLB-10A -
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal 512GB internal
Storage slots One One
Pricing at launch $140 -