Sony HX1 vs Zeiss ZX1
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Sony HX1 vs Zeiss ZX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.4" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1440 x 1080 video
- 28-560mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 544g - 115 x 83 x 92mm
- Revealed April 2009
(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
- Released September 2018
Sony HX1 vs Zeiss ZX1 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Sony HX1 versus Zeiss ZX1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Sony and Zeiss. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the HX1 (9MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the HX1 (1/2.4") and ZX1 (Full frame) possess different sensor size.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe HX1 was revealed 10 years before the ZX1 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the HX1 matches up vs the ZX1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Sony HX1 vs Zeiss ZX1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 and Zeiss ZX1. The full galleries are provided at Sony HX1 Gallery and Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony HX1 over the Zeiss ZX1
HX1 | ZX1 |
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Reasons to pick Zeiss ZX1 over the Sony HX1
ZX1 | HX1 | |||
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Released | September 2018 | April 2009 | More modern by 114 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Display sizing | 4.34" | 3" | Larger display (+1.34") | |
Display resolution | 2765k | 230k | Clearer display (+2535k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Sony HX1 and Zeiss ZX1
HX1 | ZX1 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focus | |||
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Sony HX1 vs Zeiss ZX1 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Sony HX1 enjoys physical dimensions of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") and a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs) and the Zeiss ZX1 has proportions of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
Check out the Sony HX1 versus Zeiss ZX1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the HX1 compared to the ZX1.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the HX1 and ZX1 is 67 and 67 respectively.
Sony HX1 vs Zeiss ZX1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing technical specs. The image underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the HX1 and ZX1.
As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The HX1 using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the Zeiss ZX1 will offer extra detail because of its extra 28MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged HX1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Sony HX1 vs Zeiss ZX1 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 | Zeiss ZX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Sony | Zeiss |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1 | Zeiss ZX1 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-04-22 | 2018-09-27 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Bionz | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.4" | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 6.104 x 4.578mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 27.9mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 9 megapixel | 37 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 7488 x 4992 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 51200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 255 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-560mm (20.0x) | 35mm (1x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/2-22 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 4.34 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 2,765k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 6,221k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 9.20 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Front Curtain, Rear Curtain | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1440x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 544 grams (1.20 pounds) | 800 grams (1.76 pounds) |
Dimensions | 115 x 83 x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") | 142 x 93 x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NP-FH50 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal | 512GB internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $47,999 | - |