Sony ZV-1 II vs Zeiss ZX1

On this page, we are matching up the Sony ZV-1 II versus Zeiss ZX1, both Large Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Sony and Zeiss. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the ZV-1 II (20MP) and ZX1 (37MP) and the ZV-1 II (1") and ZX1 (Full frame) have different sensor sizes.

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The ZV-1 II was brought out 4 years later than the ZX1 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Large Sensor Compact).

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the ZV-1 II matches up versus the ZX1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Sony ZV-1 Mark II & Zeiss ZX1. The entire galleries are viewable at Sony ZV-1 II Gallery & Zeiss ZX1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Sony ZV-1 II offers outside dimensions of 106mm x 60mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 292 grams (0.64 lbs) while the Zeiss ZX1 has sizing of 142mm x 93mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.7" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Analyze the Sony ZV-1 II versus Zeiss ZX1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the ZV-1 II versus the ZX1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZV-1 II and ZX1 is 88 and 67 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through specifications. The photograph underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZV-1 II and ZX1.

To sum up, both of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The ZV-1 II due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Zeiss ZX1 will show greater detail having its extra 17MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more modern ZV-1 II provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.