Sony A7c vs Zeiss ZX1

The following is a extended overview of the Sony A7c and Zeiss ZX1, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Sony and Zeiss. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the A7c (24MP) and ZX1 (37MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (Full frame).

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The A7c was brought out 24 months after the ZX1 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have different body design with the Sony A7c being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick summary of how the A7c grades versus the ZX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha A7c & Zeiss ZX1. The entire galleries are available at Sony A7c Gallery & Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Sony A7c offers exterior measurements of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs) whilst the Zeiss ZX1 has sizing 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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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the A7c against the ZX1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the A7c and ZX1 is 78 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by researching specifications. The picture below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the A7c and ZX1.

To sum up, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Zeiss ZX1 to result in greater detail having its extra 13MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger A7c will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.