Sony A99 vs Zeiss ZX1

In this article, we are contrasting the Sony A99 vs Zeiss ZX1, former is a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Sony and Zeiss. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the A99 (24MP) and ZX1 (37MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizes (Full frame).

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The A99 was unveiled 6 years before the ZX1 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Sony A99 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Zeiss ZX1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the A99 grades vs the ZX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony SLT-A99 & Zeiss ZX1. The full galleries are available at Sony A99 Gallery & Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Sony A99 has got outer dimensions of 147mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 3.1") with a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs) while the Zeiss ZX1 has dimensions of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the A99 and the ZX1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A99 and ZX1 is 57 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to picture the gap in sensor sizes only by looking through a spec sheet. The image underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the A99 and ZX1.

As you can see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Zeiss ZX1 to render extra detail having an extra 13MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged A99 will be behind in sensor innovation.