Sony W710 vs Zeiss ZX1

Here, we will be looking at the Sony W710 and Zeiss ZX1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Sony and Zeiss. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the W710 (16MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the W710 (1/2.3") and ZX1 (Full frame) provide totally different sensor size.

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The W710 was manufactured 6 years before the ZX1 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Sony W710 being a Compact camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the W710 matches up versus the ZX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710 and Zeiss ZX1. The entire galleries are provided at Sony W710 Gallery and Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Sony W710 offers outside dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs) whilst the Zeiss ZX1 has dimensions of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") along with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the W710 vs the ZX1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the W710 and ZX1 is 96 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing specifications. The graphic underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the W710 and ZX1.

Plainly, both of those cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The W710 because of its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh harder and the Zeiss ZX1 will provide you with extra detail due to its extra 21MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older W710 will be behind in sensor technology.