Sony RX1R vs Zeiss ZX1
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Sony RX1R vs Zeiss ZX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 35mm (F2.0) lens
- 482g - 113 x 65 x 70mm
- Announced June 2013
- Updated by Sony RX1R II
(Full Review)
- 37MP - Full frame Sensor
- 4.34" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 51200
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 35mm (F2-22) lens
- 800g - 142 x 93 x 46mm
- Announced September 2018
Sony RX1R vs Zeiss ZX1 Overview
Let's examine more closely at the Sony RX1R vs Zeiss ZX1, both Large Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Sony and Zeiss. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the RX1R (24MP) and ZX1 (37MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (Full frame).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe RX1R was introduced 6 years earlier than the ZX1 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Large Sensor Compact).
Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the RX1R grades versus the ZX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Sony RX1R vs Zeiss ZX1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R and Zeiss ZX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony RX1R Gallery and Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony RX1R over the Zeiss ZX1
RX1R | ZX1 |
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Reasons to pick Zeiss ZX1 over the Sony RX1R
ZX1 | RX1R | |||
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Announced | September 2018 | June 2013 | More modern by 63 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen sizing | 4.34" | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.34") | |
Screen resolution | 2765k | 1229k | Crisper screen (+1536k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Sony RX1R and Zeiss ZX1
RX1R | ZX1 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focus | |||
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Sony RX1R vs Zeiss ZX1 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and size. The Sony RX1R comes with external measurements of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") with a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs) and the Zeiss ZX1 has specifications of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
Compare the Sony RX1R vs Zeiss ZX1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the RX1R vs the ZX1.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the RX1R and ZX1 is 79 and 67 respectively.
Sony RX1R vs Zeiss ZX1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The image below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the RX1R and ZX1.
As you can see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Zeiss ZX1 to offer extra detail using its extra 13 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged RX1R is going to be behind in sensor tech.
Sony RX1R vs Zeiss ZX1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony RX1R vs Zeiss ZX1 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R | Zeiss ZX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Zeiss |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R | Zeiss ZX1 |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-06-26 | 2018-09-27 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 35.8 x 23.9mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 855.6mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 37 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 7488 x 4992 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 255 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35mm (1x) | 35mm (1x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.0 | f/2-22 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 4.34 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,229 thousand dot | 2,765 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | Xtra FineTFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic and Optical (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 6,221 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Wireless | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/4000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 25, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 482 grams (1.06 pounds) | 800 grams (1.76 pounds) |
Dimensions | 113 x 65 x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") | 142 x 93 x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 91 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 25.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 2537 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 photos | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NP-BX1 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo | 512GB internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $2,798 | - |