Control Panel on the Zeiss ZX1?
Unlike some professional cameras, the Zeiss ZX1 does not have a top-level display. The verification of camera settings is instead done by looking at the position of control dials and, most importantly, by checking the rear LCD screen.
Top view of the Zeiss ZX1
Screen specs
Below is an overview of all the main screen specifications of the ZX1. In particular, the rear LCD measures 4.3 inches and offers a resolution of 2,765,000 dots. The panel is touch sensitive.
Viewfinder Type | Electronic viewfinder | |
Viewfinder Field of View | 100% | |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.74x | |
Viewfinder Resolution | 6221k dots | |
Top-Level Screen | no Top Display | |
LCD Framing | Live View | |
LCD Size | 4.3 inch | |
LCD Resolution | 2765k dots | |
LCD Attachment | Fixed screen | |
Touch Input | Touchscreen |
Camera to camera comparisons
The Zeiss ZX1 is a fixed lens compact camera that was revealed to the public in September 2018 and is equipped with a full frame sensor. It offers a resolution of 37.4 megapixel. In the United States, the camera was initially launched at a price of $5,999.
The table below compares the rear screen specs of the Zeiss ZX1 to those of several similar cameras. Additionally, the table includes some information on other core features, such as the viewfinder, shutter, flash, and image stabilization system.
Camera Model |
Viewfinder (Type or 000 dots) |
Control Panel (yes/no) |
LCD Specifications (inch/000 dots) |
LCD Attach- ment |
Touch Screen (yes/no) |
Mech Shutter Speed |
Shutter Flaps (1/sec) |
Built-in Flash (yes/no) |
Built-in Image Stab |
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1. | Zeiss ZX1 | 6221 | n | 4.3 / 2765 | fixed | Y | 1/1000s | 3.0/s | n | n | |
2. | Leica M-E Typ 240 | optical | n | 3.0 / 920 | fixed | n | 1/4000s | 3.0/s | n | n | |
3. | Leica M10 | optical | n | 3.0 / 1037 | fixed | n | 1/4000s | 5.0/s | n | n | |
4. | Leica M10-P | optical | n | 3.0 / 1037 | fixed | Y | 1/4000s | 5.0/s | n | n | |
5. | Leica Q Typ 116 | 3680 | n | 3.0 / 1040 | fixed | Y | 1/2000s | 10.0/s | n | Y | |
6. | Leica Q2 | 3680 | n | 3.0 / 1040 | fixed | Y | 1/2000s | 10.0/s | n | Y | |
7. | Leica Q3 | 5760 | n | 3.0 / 1840 | tilting | Y | 1/2000s | 15.0/s | n | Y | |
8. | Leica V-LUX 5 | 2360 | n | 3.0 / 1240 | swivel | Y | 1/4000s | 12.0/s | Y | Y | |
9. | Panasonic FZ1000 | 2359 | n | 3.0 / 921 | swivel | n | 1/4000s | 12.0/s | Y | Y | |
10. | Panasonic FZ1000 II | 2360 | n | 3.0 / 1240 | swivel | Y | 1/4000s | 12.0/s | Y | Y | |
11. | Sony RX1R II | 2360 | n | 3.0 / 1229 | tilting | n | 1/4000s | 5.0/s | n | n | |
Note: *) Information refers to the mechanical shutter, unless the camera only has an electronic one. |
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Camera Model | Zeiss ZX1 | |
---|---|---|
Camera Type | Fixed lens compact camera | |
Camera Lens | 35mm f/2.8 | |
Launch Date | September 2018 | |
Launch Price | USD 5 999 | |
Sensor Specs | ||
Sensor Technology | CMOS | |
Sensor Format | Full Frame Sensor | |
Sensor Size | 36.0 x 24.0 mm | |
Sensor Area | 864 mm2 | |
Sensor Diagonal | 43.3 mm | |
Crop Factor | 1.0x | |
Sensor Resolution | 37.4 Megapixels | |
Image Resolution | 7 488 x 4 992 pixels | |
Pixel Pitch | 4.81 μm | |
Pixel Density | 4.33 MP/cm2 | |
Moiré control | Anti-Alias filter | |
Movie Capability | 4K/30p Video | |
ISO Setting | 80 - 51 200 ISO | |
Screen Specs | ||
Viewfinder Type | Electronic viewfinder | |
Viewfinder Field of View | 100% | |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.74x | |
Viewfinder Resolution | 6221k dots | |
Top-Level Screen | no Top Display | |
LCD Framing | Live View | |
LCD Size | 4.3 inch | |
LCD Resolution | 2765k dots | |
LCD Attachment | Fixed screen | |
Touch Input | Touchscreen | |
Shooting Specs | ||
Focus System | Contrast-detect AF | |
Manual Focusing Aid | no Peaking Feature | |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/1000s | |
Continuous Shooting | 3 shutter flaps/s | |
Silent Shooting | Electronic Shutter | |
Time Lapse Photography | no Intervalometer | |
Fill Flash | no On-Board Flash | |
Storage Medium | SSD cards | |
Single or Dual Card Slots | n/a | |
Connectivity Specs | ||
External Flash | Hotshoe | |
USB Connector | USB 3.1 | |
HDMI Port | no HDMI | |
Wifi Support | Wifi built-in | |
Near-Field Communication | NFC built-in | |
Bluetooth Support | Bluetooth built-in | |
Body Specs | ||
Battery Type | Zeiss DD-PS1A power pack | |
Battery Life (CIPA) | 250 shots per charge | |
Body Dimensions |
142 x 93 x 46 mm (5.6 x 3.7 x 1.8 in) |
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Camera Weight | 800 g (28.2 oz) |
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