Sony A7R II vs Zeiss ZX1
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Sony A7R II vs Zeiss ZX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 42MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 625g - 127 x 96 x 60mm
- Introduced June 2015
- Superseded the Sony A7R
- Updated by Sony A7R III
(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
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Below is a in-depth comparison of the Sony A7R II and Zeiss ZX1, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Sony and Zeiss. The sensor resolution of the A7R II (42MP) and the ZX1 (37MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (Full frame).
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe A7R II was released 4 years earlier than the ZX1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Sony A7R II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the A7R II matches up against the ZX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha A7R II and Zeiss ZX1. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony A7R II Gallery and Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A7R II over the Zeiss ZX1
| A7R II | ZX1 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Zeiss ZX1 over the Sony A7R II
| ZX1 | A7R II | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | September 2018 |  | June 2015 | More recent by 40 months |
| Display type | Fully Articulated |  | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
| Display dimensions | 4.34" |  | 3" | Larger display (+1.34") |
| Display resolution | 2765k |  | 1229k | Sharper display (+1536k dot) |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Sony A7R II and Zeiss ZX1
| A7R II | ZX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More precise focusing | ||
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen |
Sony A7R II vs Zeiss ZX1 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Sony A7R II has physical measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs) whilst the Zeiss ZX1 has specifications of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
Take a look at the Sony A7R II and Zeiss ZX1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the A7R II against the ZX1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A7R II and ZX1 is 68 and 67 respectively.
Sony A7R II vs Zeiss ZX1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements just by checking out specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the A7R II and ZX1.
All in all, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony A7R II to show more detail as a result of its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older A7R II will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Sony A7R II vs Zeiss ZX1 Specifications
| Sony Alpha A7R II | Zeiss ZX1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Sony | Zeiss |
| Model | Sony Alpha A7R II | Zeiss ZX1 |
| Type | Pro Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2015-06-10 | 2018-09-27 |
| Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Bionz X | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
| Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 24mm | 36 x 24mm |
| Sensor surface area | 861.6mm² | 864.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 42 megapixels | 37 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
| Full resolution | 7974 x 5316 | 7488 x 4992 |
| Max native ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
| Max boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 399 | 255 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Sony E | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | - | 35mm (1x) |
| Maximal aperture | - | f/2-22 |
| Total lenses | 121 | - |
| Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
| Display diagonal | 3 inch | 4.34 inch |
| Display resolution | 1,229k dots | 2,765k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,359k dots | 6,221k dots |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | - |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (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 file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | 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 | 625g (1.38 pounds) | 800g (1.76 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 127 x 96 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") | 142 x 93 x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | 98 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | 26.0 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 13.9 | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | 3434 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 290 pictures | - |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | NP-FW50 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) | Yes |
| Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo | 512GB internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Cost at launch | $2,913 | - |
