Sony HX400V vs Zeiss ZX1

In this article, we will be reviewing the Sony HX400V vs Zeiss ZX1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Sony and Zeiss. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the HX400V (20MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the HX400V (1/2.3") and ZX1 (Full frame) use totally different sensor sizing.

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The HX400V was introduced 5 years earlier than the ZX1 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the HX400V grades vs the ZX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V & Zeiss ZX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony HX400V Gallery & Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Sony HX400V offers exterior dimensions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") along with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) whilst 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).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the HX400V compared to the ZX1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the HX400V and ZX1 is 62 and 67 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes merely by researching specs. The pic here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the HX400V and ZX1.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The HX400V with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Zeiss ZX1 will render extra detail using its extra 17 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged HX400V will be behind with regard to sensor technology.