Sony WX350 vs Zeiss ZX1
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Sony WX350 vs Zeiss ZX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 55 x 26mm
- Revealed February 2014
- Old Model is Sony WX300
- Replacement is Sony WX500
(Full Review)
- 37MP - Full frame Sensor
- 4.34" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 51200
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 35mm (F2-22) lens
- 800g - 142 x 93 x 46mm
- Introduced September 2018
Sony WX350 vs Zeiss ZX1 Overview
The following is a in depth comparison of the Sony WX350 versus Zeiss ZX1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Sony and Zeiss. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the WX350 (18MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the WX350 (1/2.3") and ZX1 (Full frame) provide totally different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe WX350 was introduced 5 years prior to the ZX1 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Sony WX350 being a Compact camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the WX350 grades vs the ZX1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Sony WX350 vs Zeiss ZX1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 & Zeiss ZX1. The whole galleries are available at Sony WX350 Gallery & Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony WX350 over the Zeiss ZX1
WX350 | ZX1 |
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Reasons to pick Zeiss ZX1 over the Sony WX350
ZX1 | WX350 | |||
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Introduced | September 2018 | February 2014 | Newer by 56 months | |
Focus manually | Very exact focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display size | 4.34" | 3" | Larger display (+1.34") | |
Display resolution | 2765k | 460k | Clearer display (+2305k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Sony WX350 and Zeiss ZX1
WX350 | ZX1 | |||
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Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Sony WX350 vs Zeiss ZX1 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Sony WX350 has outside dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Zeiss ZX1 has sizing of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).
Take a look at the Sony WX350 versus Zeiss ZX1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the WX350 versus the ZX1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WX350 and ZX1 is 94 and 67 respectively.
Sony WX350 vs Zeiss ZX1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by going over a spec sheet. The picture here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WX350 and ZX1.
As you can see, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The WX350 using its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh more challenging and the Zeiss ZX1 will offer extra detail using its extra 19 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged WX350 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
Sony WX350 vs Zeiss ZX1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Sony WX350 vs Zeiss ZX1 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 | Zeiss ZX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Sony | Zeiss |
Model | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 | Zeiss ZX1 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2014-02-13 | 2018-09-27 |
Body design | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 18 megapixel | 37 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4896 x 3672 | 7488 x 4992 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 51200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 255 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 35mm (1x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | f/2-22 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 4.34" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dot | 2,765k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 6,221k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.30 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | - | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | VCHD: 28M PS(1,920x1,080/60p) / 24M FX(1,920x1,080/60i) / 17M FH(1,920x1,080/60i),MP4: 12M(1,440x1,080/30fps) / 3M VGA(640x480/30fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | AVCHD | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 164 gr (0.36 lbs) | 800 gr (1.76 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 55 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 142 x 93 x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 photographs | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-BX1 | - |
Self timer | Yes (Off / 10sec. / 2sec. / portrait1 / portrait2) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo | 512GB internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $270 | - |