Sony WX500 vs Zeiss ZX1

Following is a complete overview of the Sony WX500 versus Zeiss ZX1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Sony and Zeiss. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the WX500 (18MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the WX500 (1/2.3") and ZX1 (Full frame) come with different sensor measurements.

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The WX500 was announced 4 years before the ZX1 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Sony WX500 being a Compact camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the WX500 matches up versus the ZX1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500 and Zeiss ZX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Sony WX500 Gallery and Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Sony WX500 offers exterior dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Zeiss ZX1 has sizing of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Compare the Sony WX500 versus Zeiss ZX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the WX500 against the ZX1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the WX500 and ZX1 is 91 and 67 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing specs. The image below might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the WX500 and ZX1.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The WX500 having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Zeiss ZX1 will offer extra detail with its extra 19 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged WX500 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.