Sony A99 vs Zeiss ZX1
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Sony A99 vs Zeiss ZX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 812g - 147 x 111 x 78mm
- Announced December 2012
- Old Model is Sony A900
- Replacement is Sony A99 II
(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
- Announced September 2018
Sony A99 vs Zeiss ZX1 Overview
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).
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe 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.
Sony A99 vs Zeiss ZX1 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Sony A99 over the Zeiss ZX1
A99 | ZX1 | |||
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Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Zeiss ZX1 over the Sony A99
ZX1 | A99 | |||
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Announced | September 2018 | December 2012 | More modern by 70 months | |
Display sizing | 4.34" | 3" | Larger display (+1.34") | |
Display resolution | 2765k | 1229k | Clearer display (+1536k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Sony A99 and Zeiss ZX1
A99 | ZX1 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focus | |||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated display |
Sony A99 vs Zeiss ZX1 Physical Comparison
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).
See the Sony A99 vs Zeiss ZX1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Sony A99 vs Zeiss ZX1 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Sony A99 vs Zeiss ZX1 Specifications
Sony SLT-A99 | Zeiss ZX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sony | Zeiss |
Model | Sony SLT-A99 | Zeiss ZX1 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Large Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-12-12 | 2018-09-27 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Bionz | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 35.8 x 23.8mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 852.0mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 37MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 7488 x 4992 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 19 | 255 |
Cross focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Sony/Minolta Alpha | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 35mm (1x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2-22 |
Number of lenses | 143 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Display diagonal | 3" | 4.34" |
Resolution of display | 1,229k dot | 2,765k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT Xtra Fine color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,359k dot | 6,221k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.71x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/250 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 812 grams (1.79 lb) | 800 grams (1.76 lb) |
Dimensions | 147 x 111 x 78mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 3.1") | 142 x 93 x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 89 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 1555 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 500 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-FM500H | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo; SD, SDHC and SDXC | 512GB internal |
Storage slots | Two | One |
Cost at launch | $1,998 | - |