Sony A390 vs Zeiss ZX1
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Sony A390 vs Zeiss ZX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.7" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 549g - 128 x 97 x 86mm
- Introduced July 2010
- Superseded the Sony A380
(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
- Revealed September 2018
Sony A390 vs Zeiss ZX1 Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Sony A390 and Zeiss ZX1, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Sony and Zeiss. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the A390 (14MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the A390 (APS-C) and ZX1 (Full frame) have different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe A390 was revealed 9 years earlier than the ZX1 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Sony A390 being a Compact SLR camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick view of how the A390 matches up against the ZX1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Sony A390 vs Zeiss ZX1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha DSLR-A390 and Zeiss ZX1. The full galleries are viewable at Sony A390 Gallery and Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony A390 over the Zeiss ZX1
A390 | ZX1 |
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Reasons to pick Zeiss ZX1 over the Sony A390
ZX1 | A390 | |||
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Revealed | September 2018 | July 2010 | More modern by 99 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Display size | 4.34" | 2.7" | Larger display (+1.64") | |
Display resolution | 2765k | 230k | Clearer display (+2535k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Sony A390 and Zeiss ZX1
A390 | ZX1 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Sony A390 vs Zeiss ZX1 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Sony A390 has got physical dimensions of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs) while the Zeiss ZX1 has specifications of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") along with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
See the Sony A390 and Zeiss ZX1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the A390 vs the ZX1.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the A390 and ZX1 is 66 and 67 respectively.
Sony A390 vs Zeiss ZX1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing specifications. The image below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the A390 and ZX1.
To sum up, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The A390 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Zeiss ZX1 will provide you with more detail because of its extra 23MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged A390 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
Sony A390 vs Zeiss ZX1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony A390 vs Zeiss ZX1 Specifications
Sony Alpha DSLR-A390 | Zeiss ZX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Sony | Zeiss |
Model | Sony Alpha DSLR-A390 | Zeiss ZX1 |
Class | Entry-Level DSLR | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-07-28 | 2018-09-27 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Bionz | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 37 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4592 x 3056 | 7488 x 4992 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 51200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 255 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Sony/Minolta Alpha | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 35mm (1x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/2-22 |
Total lenses | 143 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 2.7" | 4.34" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 2,765k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 6,221k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.49x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Wireless | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/160 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | None | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 549 grams (1.21 pounds) | 800 grams (1.76 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 128 x 97 x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") | 142 x 93 x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 66 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 607 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 images | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-FH50 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/ SDHC, Memory Stick Pro Duo | 512GB internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $500 | - |