Sony HX10V vs Zeiss ZX1

In this article, we are reviewing the Sony HX10V and Zeiss ZX1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Sony and Zeiss. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the HX10V (18MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the HX10V (1/2.3") and ZX1 (Full frame) use totally different sensor sizes.

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The HX10V was launched 7 years before the ZX1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Sony HX10V being a Compact camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the HX10V grades vs the ZX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V and Zeiss ZX1. The complete galleries are viewable at Sony HX10V Gallery and Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony HX10V has got outside measurements of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs) while the Zeiss ZX1 has dimensions of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") along with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Check the Sony HX10V and Zeiss ZX1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the HX10V against the ZX1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the HX10V and ZX1 is 91 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions purely by researching specifications. The pic below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the HX10V and ZX1.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The HX10V because of its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Zeiss ZX1 will provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 19 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged HX10V will be behind in sensor technology.