Sony A7S III vs Zeiss ZX1
Portability
61 Imaging
65 Features
92 Overall
75
61 Imaging
65 Features
92 Overall
75
Portability
67 Imaging
79 Features
62 Overall
72
67 Imaging
79 Features
62 Overall
72
Sony A7S III vs Zeiss ZX1 Key Specs
Sony A7S III
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 102400 (Boost to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 699g - 129 x 97 x 81mm
- Launched July 2020
- Superseded the Sony A7S II
Zeiss ZX1
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 37MP - Full frame Sensor
- 4.34" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 51200
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 35mm (F2-22) lens
- 800g - 142 x 93 x 46mm
- Released September 2018
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On this page, we will be contrasting the Sony A7S III vs Zeiss ZX1, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Sony and Zeiss. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the A7S III (12MP) and ZX1 (37MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (Full frame).
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Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the A7S III grades versus the ZX1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Sony A7S III over the Zeiss ZX1
| A7S III | ZX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | July 2020 |  | September 2018 | More modern by 23 months |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Zeiss ZX1 over the Sony A7S III
| ZX1 | A7S III | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimensions | 4.34" |  | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.34") |
| Screen resolution | 2765k |  | 1440k | Crisper screen (+1325k dot) |
Common features in the Sony A7S III and Zeiss ZX1
| A7S III | ZX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More precise focus | ||
| Screen type | Fully articulated |  | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Sony A7S III vs Zeiss ZX1 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Sony A7S III enjoys outside measurements of 129mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 699 grams (1.54 lbs) and 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).
Check the Sony A7S III vs Zeiss ZX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the A7S III compared to the ZX1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the A7S III and ZX1 is 61 and 67 respectively.
Sony A7S III vs Zeiss ZX1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor sizes purely by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the A7S III and ZX1.
Clearly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Zeiss ZX1 to offer you extra detail having an extra 25MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The fresher A7S III will have a benefit in sensor tech.
Sony A7S III vs Zeiss ZX1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Sony A7S III Portrait photography information
Zeiss ZX1 Portrait photography information
you can focus manually
large sensor size (Full frame)
has face detection focusing
delivers RAW formats
resolution not great (12MP)
manual focus
great resolution (37 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
supports face detection focusing
supports RAW formats
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Zeiss ZX1 Street photography highlights
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
large sensor size (Full frame)
delivers RAW formats
offers focus via touch
weather sealing
great high ISO (102,400)
screen can move to multiple angles
great sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
offers focus by touch
good ISO range (51,200)
no image stabilization
more heavy than competitors (800 grams)
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Zeiss ZX1 Sports photography advice
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
large sensor size (Full frame)
has tracking autofocus
weather sealing
great battery life (600 per charge)
sensor has phase detect AF
resolution not great (12 megapixels)
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
great resolution (37MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
supports tracking autofocus
fixed focal length (35mm)
slow continuous shooting (3.0 fps)
no image stabilization
lack of phase detect AF
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Sony A7S III Travel photography info
Zeiss ZX1 Travel photography info
great battery life (600 shots)
weather sealing
connects via bluetooth
offers focus via touch
display is selfie friendly
resolution not great (12MP)
supports bluetooth
offers focus by touch
great resolution (37 megapixels)
good max aperture (f2)
no Timelapse function
more heavy than competitors (800 grams)
display is not selfie friendly
Photography GlossaryLandscape Comparison
Sony A7S III Landscape photography features
Zeiss ZX1 Landscape photography features
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Sony E mount)
pretty good screen size (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
large sensor size (Full frame)
great high ISO (102,400)
delivers RAW formats
weather sealing
great battery life (600 shots)
2 card slots
resolution not great (12MP)
manual focus
good max aperture (f2)
big screen (4.34")
great resolution (37MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
good ISO range (51,200)
supports RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (35mm)
no image stabilization
no Timelapse function
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Sony A7S III Vlogging features
Zeiss ZX1 Vlogging features
display is selfie friendly
touchscreen enabled
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
has face detection focusing
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
includes external microphone support
good max aperture (f2)
touchscreen capability
supports face detection focusing
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
no external microphone jack
more heavy than competitors (800 grams)
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Sony A7S III vs Zeiss ZX1 Specifications
| Sony Alpha A7S III | Zeiss ZX1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Sony | Zeiss |
| Model type | Sony Alpha A7S III | Zeiss ZX1 |
| Category | Pro Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2020-07-21 | 2018-09-27 |
| Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Bionz XR | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
| Sensor measurements | 35.6 x 23.8mm | 36 x 24mm |
| Sensor surface area | 847.3mm² | 864.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 37 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
| Max resolution | 4240 x 2832 | 7488 x 4992 |
| Max native ISO | 102400 | 51200 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 409600 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Total focus points | 759 | 255 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Sony E | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | - | 35mm (1x) |
| Maximum aperture | - | f/2-22 |
| Number of lenses | 121 | - |
| Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fully articulated | Fully Articulated |
| Display sizing | 3" | 4.34" |
| Display resolution | 1,440k dot | 2,765k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 9,440k dot | 6,221k dot |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.91x | - |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | 3.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
| Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-1, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 699 grams (1.54 lbs) | 800 grams (1.76 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 129 x 97 x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") | 142 x 93 x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 85 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 23.6 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.3 | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | 2993 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 600 photos | - |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | NP-FZ100 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) | Yes |
| Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
| Type of storage | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots | 512GB internal |
| Storage slots | 2 | 1 |
| Retail pricing | $3,499 | - |
