Sigma Quattro vs Zeiss ZX1

Below, we are evaluating the Sigma Quattro and Zeiss ZX1, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Sigma and Zeiss. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the Quattro (29MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the Quattro (APS-C) and ZX1 (Full frame) possess totally different sensor size.

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The Quattro was unveiled 3 years earlier than the ZX1 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Sigma Quattro being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the Quattro grades vs the ZX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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When you are going to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Sigma Quattro has got outer dimensions of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") having a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs) whilst the Zeiss ZX1 has proportions of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Check the Sigma Quattro and Zeiss ZX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the Quattro versus the ZX1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Quattro and ZX1 is 63 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over technical specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Quattro and ZX1.

As you can tell, both of those cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Quattro using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Zeiss ZX1 will offer you extra detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The older Quattro is going to be behind in sensor technology.