Sony H55 vs Zeiss ZX1

Here, we are evaluating the Sony H55 vs Zeiss ZX1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Sony and Zeiss. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the H55 (14MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the H55 (1/2.3") and ZX1 (Full frame) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The H55 was unveiled 9 years earlier than the ZX1 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Sony H55 being a Compact camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the H55 matches up vs the ZX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55 & Zeiss ZX1. The full galleries are available at Sony H55 Gallery & Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony H55 provides external dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 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).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the H55 versus the ZX1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the H55 and ZX1 is 92 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes only by researching a spec sheet. The pic here may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the H55 and ZX1.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The H55 using its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Zeiss ZX1 will result in more detail having an extra 23MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged H55 will be behind in sensor technology.