Sony A7 III vs Zeiss ZX1
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Sony A7 III vs Zeiss ZX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 650g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
- Revealed February 2018
- Old Model is Sony A7 II
- Updated by Sony A7 IV
(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
- Launched September 2018
Sony A7 III vs Zeiss ZX1 Overview
Its time to look a little more closely at the Sony A7 III versus Zeiss ZX1, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Sony and Zeiss. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the A7 III (24MP) and ZX1 (37MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (Full frame).
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe A7 III was launched 7 months before the ZX1 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Sony A7 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the A7 III grades vs the ZX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Sony A7 III vs Zeiss ZX1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Alpha A7 III and Zeiss ZX1. The complete galleries are provided at Sony A7 III Gallery and Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A7 III over the Zeiss ZX1
A7 III | ZX1 |
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Reasons to pick Zeiss ZX1 over the Sony A7 III
ZX1 | A7 III | |||
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Launched | September 2018 | February 2018 | Fresher by 7 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Display dimensions | 4.34" | 3" | Larger display (+1.34") | |
Display resolution | 2765k | 922k | Sharper display (+1843k dot) |
Common features in the Sony A7 III and Zeiss ZX1
A7 III | ZX1 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Sony A7 III vs Zeiss ZX1 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Sony A7 III offers outer dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) whilst the Zeiss ZX1 has measurements of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
Analyze the Sony A7 III versus Zeiss ZX1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the A7 III against the ZX1.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the A7 III and ZX1 is 63 and 67 respectively.
Sony A7 III vs Zeiss ZX1 Sensor Comparison
Often, its hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing only by checking specifications. The photograph underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the A7 III and ZX1.
Plainly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Zeiss ZX1 to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 13MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos more aggressively. The older A7 III is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Sony A7 III vs Zeiss ZX1 Specifications
Sony Alpha A7 III | Zeiss ZX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Sony | Zeiss |
Model | Sony Alpha A7 III | Zeiss ZX1 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2018-02-27 | 2018-09-27 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Bionz X | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 35.8 x 23.8mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 852.0mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 37MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 7488 x 4992 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 693 | 255 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Sony E | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 35mm (1x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/2-22 |
Number of lenses | 121 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 4.34 inch |
Screen resolution | 922k dot | 2,765k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359k dot | 6,221k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p) 1920 x 1080 (120p, 60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 650 grams (1.43 lbs) | 800 grams (1.76 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 127 x 96 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") | 142 x 93 x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 96 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.7 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 3730 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 610 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-FZ100 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo | 512GB internal |
Storage slots | Dual | 1 |
Launch price | $1,998 | - |