Sony WX150 vs Zeiss ZX1

In this article, we are matching up the Sony WX150 vs Zeiss ZX1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Sony and Zeiss. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the WX150 (18MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the WX150 (1/2.3") and ZX1 (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The WX150 was unveiled 7 years before the ZX1 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Sony WX150 being a Compact camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the WX150 scores vs the ZX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150 and Zeiss ZX1. The full galleries are available at Sony WX150 Gallery and Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Sony WX150 has got outer measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Zeiss ZX1 has specifications of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") along with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Check out the Sony WX150 vs Zeiss ZX1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the WX150 versus the ZX1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WX150 and ZX1 is 95 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing specs. The picture underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the WX150 and ZX1.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The WX150 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Zeiss ZX1 will show extra detail having an extra 19MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged WX150 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.