Samsung ST6500 vs Zeiss ZX1

Its time to look much closer at the Samsung ST6500 versus Zeiss ZX1, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Zeiss. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the ST6500 (16MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the ST6500 (1/2.3") and ZX1 (Full frame) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The ST6500 was introduced 8 years prior to the ZX1 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung ST6500 being a Ultracompact camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the ST6500 matches up versus the ZX1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung ST6500 and Zeiss ZX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Samsung ST6500 Gallery and Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung ST6500 offers outer dimensions of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Zeiss ZX1 has measurements of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Look at the Samsung ST6500 versus Zeiss ZX1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the ST6500 vs the ZX1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the ST6500 and ZX1 is 99 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The image here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ST6500 and ZX1.

To sum up, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The ST6500 with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Zeiss ZX1 will give more detail using its extra 21MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged ST6500 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.