Sony a5100 vs Zeiss ZX1

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Sony a5100 vs Zeiss ZX1, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Sony and Zeiss. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the a5100 (24MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the a5100 (APS-C) and ZX1 (Full frame) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The a5100 was manufactured 5 years prior to the ZX1 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony a5100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the a5100 scores versus the ZX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Alpha a5100 & Zeiss ZX1. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony a5100 Gallery & Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Sony a5100 provides exterior measurements of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 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).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the a5100 and the ZX1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the a5100 and ZX1 is 89 and 67 respectively.

Usually, its hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions simply by going over specifications. The picture underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the a5100 and ZX1.

To sum up, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The a5100 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Zeiss ZX1 will deliver extra detail due to its extra 13MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged a5100 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.