Sony S930 vs Zeiss ZX1
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Sony S930 vs Zeiss ZX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 320 x 240 video
- 38-108mm (F2.9-5.4) lens
- 167g - 90 x 61 x 26mm
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 37MP - Full frame Sensor
- 4.34" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 51200
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 35mm (F2-22) lens
- 800g - 142 x 93 x 46mm
- Launched September 2018
Sony S930 vs Zeiss ZX1 Overview
Following is a extensive overview of the Sony S930 vs Zeiss ZX1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Sony and Zeiss. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the S930 (10MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the S930 (1/2.3") and ZX1 (Full frame) possess different sensor sizes.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe S930 was introduced 10 years before the ZX1 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Sony S930 being a Compact camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the S930 grades against the ZX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Sony S930 vs Zeiss ZX1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 & Zeiss ZX1. The whole galleries are provided at Sony S930 Gallery & Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony S930 over the Zeiss ZX1
S930 | ZX1 |
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Reasons to pick Zeiss ZX1 over the Sony S930
ZX1 | S930 | |||
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Launched | September 2018 | January 2009 | More modern by 118 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen dimension | 4.34" | 2.4" | Bigger screen (+1.94") | |
Screen resolution | 2765k | 112k | Sharper screen (+2653k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Sony S930 and Zeiss ZX1
S930 | ZX1 | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focus | |||
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Sony S930 vs Zeiss ZX1 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Sony S930 features external measurements of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Zeiss ZX1 has proportions of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
See the Sony S930 vs Zeiss ZX1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the S930 against the ZX1.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S930 and ZX1 is 94 and 67 respectively.
Sony S930 vs Zeiss ZX1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes just by researching a spec sheet. The pic underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S930 and ZX1.
As you can see, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S930 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF trickier and the Zeiss ZX1 will render more detail using its extra 27 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged S930 will be behind in sensor innovation.
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Sony S930 vs Zeiss ZX1 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 | Zeiss ZX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Sony | Zeiss |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 | Zeiss ZX1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-01-08 | 2018-09-27 |
Body design | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 37MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 7488 x 4992 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 51200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 255 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 38-108mm (2.8x) | 35mm (1x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.9-5.4 | f/2-22 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display diagonal | 2.4" | 4.34" |
Resolution of display | 112k dot | 2,765k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 6,221k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m (Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Syncro, No Flash | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 320x240 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 167 grams (0.37 pounds) | 800 grams (1.76 pounds) |
Dimensions | 90 x 61 x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") | 142 x 93 x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / PRo-HG Duo, Internal | 512GB internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $219 | - |