Sony RX100 VII vs Zeiss ZX1

Below is a extended overview of the Sony RX100 VII and Zeiss ZX1, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Sony and Zeiss. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the RX100 VII (20MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the RX100 VII (1") and ZX1 (Full frame) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The RX100 VII was unveiled 11 months later than the ZX1 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a simple overview of how the RX100 VII scores vs the ZX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 VII & Zeiss ZX1. The full galleries are provided at Sony RX100 VII Gallery & Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and size. The Sony RX100 VII enjoys exterior measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") having a weight of 302 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Zeiss ZX1 has specifications 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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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the RX100 VII and the ZX1.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the RX100 VII and ZX1 is 88 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements purely by going over specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the RX100 VII and ZX1.

All in all, the two cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The RX100 VII having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Zeiss ZX1 will deliver more detail having an extra 17 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The younger RX100 VII will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.