Sony WX350 vs Zeiss ZX1

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.

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.