Sigma fp L vs Zeiss ZX1
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Sigma fp L vs Zeiss ZX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 102400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Revealed March 2021
- Superseded the Sigma fp
(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
- Announced September 2018

Sigma fp L vs Zeiss ZX1 Overview
In this article, we are reviewing the Sigma fp L versus Zeiss ZX1, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Sigma and Zeiss. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the fp L (61MP) and ZX1 (37MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (Full frame).

The fp L was brought out 2 years later than the ZX1 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the fp L scores versus the ZX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Sigma fp L vs Zeiss ZX1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Sigma fp L and Zeiss ZX1. The entire galleries are provided at Sigma fp L Gallery and Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Zeiss ZX1
fp L | ZX1 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Announced | March 2021 | ![]() | September 2018 | More recent by 31 months |
Reasons to pick Zeiss ZX1 over the Sigma fp L
ZX1 | fp L | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Display sizing | 4.34" | ![]() | 3.2" | Larger display (+1.14") |
Display resolution | 2765k | ![]() | 2100k | Crisper display (+665k dot) |
Common features in the Sigma fp L and Zeiss ZX1
fp L | ZX1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Sigma fp L vs Zeiss ZX1 Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Sigma fp L has got physical measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Zeiss ZX1 has dimensions of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
Contrast the Sigma fp L versus Zeiss ZX1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the fp L against the ZX1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the fp L and ZX1 is 83 and 67 respectively.

Sigma fp L vs Zeiss ZX1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching specifications. The photograph underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the fp L and ZX1.
To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Sigma fp L to provide you with more detail having its extra 24 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The newer fp L is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.

Sigma fp L vs Zeiss ZX1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Sigma fp L vs Zeiss ZX1 Specifications
Sigma fp L | Zeiss ZX1 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Brand | Sigma | Zeiss |
Model | Sigma fp L | Zeiss ZX1 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2021-03-25 | 2018-09-27 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 61MP | 37MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 9520 x 6328 | 7488 x 4992 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 6 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 255 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Leica L | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 35mm (1x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/2-22 |
Amount of lenses | 40 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inches | 4.34 inches |
Display resolution | 2,100k dots | 2,765k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,680k dots | 6,221k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.83x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (USB Power Delivery supported) | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 427 grams (0.94 lb) | 800 grams (1.76 lb) |
Dimensions | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") | 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 life | 240 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | BP-51 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) | 512GB internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $2,499 | - |