Sony TX200V vs Zeiss ZX1

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Sony TX200V and Zeiss ZX1, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Sony and Zeiss. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the TX200V (18MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the TX200V (1/2.3") and ZX1 (Full frame) have totally different sensor size.

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The TX200V was launched 7 years earlier than the ZX1 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony TX200V being a Ultracompact camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the TX200V grades versus the ZX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V & Zeiss ZX1. The complete galleries are provided at Sony TX200V Gallery & Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Sony TX200V enjoys exterior dimensions of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) while 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).

See the Sony TX200V and Zeiss ZX1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the TX200V and the ZX1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TX200V and ZX1 is 96 and 67 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by looking through specifications. The graphic below will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TX200V and ZX1.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The TX200V featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Zeiss ZX1 will render greater detail utilizing its extra 19MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older TX200V will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.