Is zoom quality better with a small frame size?

Could a zoom lens designed for an APS-sized sensor have less distortion or vignetting than a zoom lens designed for full-frame 35mm? In other words, is it easier to design a "no compromise" 5:1 or 10:1 zoom for the smaller format? Would a hood, for example, be able to work well over a greater range

Re: Is zoom quality better with a small frame size?

It seemed to work that way for 8mm movie cameras. Len --- Could a zoom lens designed for an APS-sized sensor have less distortion or vignetting than a zoom lens designed for full-frame 35mm? In other words, is it easier to design a "no compromise" 5:1 or 10:1 zoom for the smaller format? Would a