Samsung WB700 vs Zeiss ZX1

Below, we will be analyzing the Samsung WB700 and Zeiss ZX1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Samsung and Zeiss. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the WB700 (14MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the WB700 (1/2.3") and ZX1 (Full frame) come with different sensor size.

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The WB700 was unveiled 8 years earlier than the ZX1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Samsung WB700 being a Compact camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a concise view of how the WB700 grades versus the ZX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Samsung WB700 & Zeiss ZX1. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung WB700 Gallery & Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Samsung WB700 comes with physical dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with 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") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the WB700 vs the ZX1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WB700 and ZX1 is 98 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing specifications. The picture underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the WB700 and ZX1.

To sum up, both of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The WB700 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Zeiss ZX1 will provide more detail having an extra 23MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged WB700 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.