Sony RX100 V vs Zeiss ZX1

Here is a thorough assessment of the Sony RX100 V and Zeiss ZX1, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Sony and Zeiss. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the RX100 V (20MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the RX100 V (1") and ZX1 (Full frame) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The RX100 V was revealed 24 months before the ZX1 making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the RX100 V grades vs the ZX1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V & Zeiss ZX1. The full galleries are available at Sony RX100 V Gallery & Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Sony RX100 V has got physical dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Zeiss ZX1 has measurements of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the RX100 V vs the ZX1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the RX100 V and ZX1 is 89 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through a spec sheet. The visual here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the RX100 V and ZX1.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The RX100 V with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Zeiss ZX1 will resolve more detail because of its extra 17 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older RX100 V is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.