Sony HX90V vs Zeiss ZX1

Here is a in depth analysis of the Sony HX90V vs Zeiss ZX1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Sony and Zeiss. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the HX90V (18MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the HX90V (1/2.3") and ZX1 (Full frame) provide totally different sensor size.

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The HX90V was brought out 4 years before the ZX1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Sony HX90V being a Compact camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the HX90V grades vs the ZX1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V and Zeiss ZX1. The entire galleries are available at Sony HX90V Gallery and Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Sony HX90V offers exterior measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Zeiss ZX1 has specifications 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 HX90V vs Zeiss ZX1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the HX90V and the ZX1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the HX90V and ZX1 is 91 and 67 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over technical specs. The graphic underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the HX90V and ZX1.

As you have seen, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The HX90V due to its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Zeiss ZX1 will deliver extra detail having its extra 19MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older HX90V is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.