Sony A6100 vs Zeiss ZX1

Following is a in depth assessment of the Sony A6100 vs Zeiss ZX1, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Sony and Zeiss. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the A6100 (24MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the A6100 (APS-C) and ZX1 (Full frame) posses totally different sensor size.

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The A6100 was revealed 12 months after the ZX1 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony A6100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the A6100 matches up versus the ZX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Alpha a6100 and Zeiss ZX1. The full galleries are available at Sony A6100 Gallery and Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Sony A6100 comes with outside measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs) and the Zeiss ZX1 has dimensions of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Contrast the Sony A6100 vs Zeiss ZX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the A6100 compared to the ZX1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the A6100 and ZX1 is 81 and 67 respectively.

Generally, its hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes simply by seeing a spec sheet. The image below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the A6100 and ZX1.

As you can see, the 2 cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The A6100 using its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Zeiss ZX1 will produce more detail because of its extra 13MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The newer A6100 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.