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Samsung WB35F vs Zeiss ZX1

Portability
93
Imaging
39
Features
33
Overall
36
Samsung WB35F front
 
Zeiss ZX1 front
Portability
67
Imaging
77
Features
62
Overall
71

Samsung WB35F vs Zeiss ZX1 Key Specs

Samsung WB35F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
  • 194g - 101 x 61 x 28mm
  • Launched January 2014
Zeiss ZX1
(Full Review)
  • 37MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 4.34" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 80 - 51200
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 35mm (F2-22) lens
  • 800g - 142 x 93 x 46mm
  • Announced September 2018
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Samsung WB35F vs Zeiss ZX1 Overview

The following is a extended comparison of the Samsung WB35F vs Zeiss ZX1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Zeiss. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the WB35F (16MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the WB35F (1/2.3") and ZX1 (Full frame) posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The WB35F was revealed 5 years prior to the ZX1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Samsung WB35F being a Compact camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the WB35F scores vs the ZX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Samsung WB35F over the Zeiss ZX1

 WB35F ZX1 

Reasons to pick Zeiss ZX1 over the Samsung WB35F

 ZX1 WB35F 
AnnouncedSeptember 2018January 2014Newer by 57 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen dimensions4.34"2.7"Bigger screen (+1.64")
Screen resolution2765k230kSharper screen (+2535k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Samsung WB35F and Zeiss ZX1

 WB35F ZX1 
Manual focus More accurate focus
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen

Samsung WB35F vs Zeiss ZX1 Physical Comparison

In case you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB35F has exterior dimensions of 101mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Zeiss ZX1 has measurements of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the WB35F and the ZX1.

Samsung WB35F vs Zeiss ZX1 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the WB35F and ZX1 is 93 and 67 respectively.

Samsung WB35F vs Zeiss ZX1 top view buttons comparison

Samsung WB35F vs Zeiss ZX1 Sensor Comparison

Often, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions purely by researching a spec sheet. The picture below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the WB35F and ZX1.

Clearly, the two cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The WB35F having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF harder and the Zeiss ZX1 will result in extra detail because of its extra 21MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged WB35F will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Samsung WB35F vs Zeiss ZX1 sensor size comparison

Samsung WB35F vs Zeiss ZX1 Screen and ViewFinder

Samsung WB35F vs Zeiss ZX1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Samsung WB35F Portrait photography factors
Zeiss ZX1 Portrait photography factors
36
has manual focus
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
86
focusing manually
excellent resolution (37MP)
big sensor size (Full frame)
supports face detect focus
supports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Samsung WB35F Street photography highlights
Zeiss ZX1 Street photography highlights
62
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (194 grams)
fixed screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
70
screen can move to multiple angles
big sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW files
comes with focus via touch
above average high ISO (51,200)
does not have image stabilization
more heavy than average (800g)
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Sports Comparison

Samsung WB35F Sports photography information
Zeiss ZX1 Sports photography information
39
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
63
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
excellent resolution (37MP)
big sensor size (Full frame)
supports tracking focus
fixed focal length (35mm)
max fps low (3.0 frames/s)
does not have image stabilization
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Samsung WB35F Travel photography advice
Zeiss ZX1 Travel photography advice
70
lighter than competition in class (194g)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
has built in flash
rather wide (24mm)
long zoom (288mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
65
supports bluetooth
comes with focus via touch
excellent resolution (37 megapixels)
fast maximum aperture (f2)
missing Timelapse recording
more heavy than average (800g)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Samsung WB35F Landscape photography features
Zeiss ZX1 Landscape photography features
43
has manual focus
rather wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
manual exposure not available
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse function
69
focusing manually
fast maximum aperture (f2)
screen larger than average (4.34 inches)
excellent resolution (37 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
above average high ISO (51,200)
supports RAW files
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (35mm)
does not have image stabilization
missing Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Samsung WB35F
Vlogging with Zeiss ZX1
31
rather wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (194g)
sluggish max aperture (f3.1)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external mic support
31
fast maximum aperture (f2)
touchscreen functionality
supports face detect focus
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 pixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
missing microphone socket
more heavy than average (800g)
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Samsung WB35F vs Zeiss ZX1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Samsung WB35F and Zeiss ZX1
 Samsung WB35FZeiss ZX1
General Information
Brand Name Samsung Zeiss
Model Samsung WB35F Zeiss ZX1
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Large Sensor Compact
Launched 2014-01-07 2018-09-27
Physical type Compact Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" Full frame
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 36 x 24mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 864.0mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 37 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 3:2
Max resolution 4608 x 3456 7488 x 4992
Max native ISO 3200 51200
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points - 255
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-288mm (12.0x) 35mm (1x)
Maximal aperture f/3.1-6.3 f/2-22
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Display sizing 2.7 inches 4.34 inches
Display resolution 230k dots 2,765k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 6,221k dots
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Features
Min shutter speed 8 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate - 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - no built-in flash
Flash options - no built-in flash
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Max video resolution 1280x720 3840x2160
Video data format - MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 194 gr (0.43 lbs) 800 gr (1.76 lbs)
Physical dimensions 101 x 61 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") 142 x 93 x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 BP70A -
Self timer - Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC 512GB internal
Card slots 1 1
Cost at release $130 -