Sigma fp vs Zeiss ZX1

Let's look more closely at the Sigma fp vs Zeiss ZX1, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Sigma and Zeiss. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the fp (25MP) and ZX1 (37MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (Full frame).

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The fp was launched 10 months after the ZX1 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short introduction of how the fp scores versus the ZX1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sigma fp & Zeiss ZX1. The complete galleries are provided at Sigma fp Gallery & Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sigma fp enjoys physical dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs) while the Zeiss ZX1 has dimensions of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the fp against the ZX1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the fp and ZX1 is 84 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions only by checking technical specs. The image here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the fp and ZX1.

As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Zeiss ZX1 to give more detail utilizing its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent fp is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.