Canon M5 vs Epson R-D1

Here is a complete overview of the Canon M5 versus Epson R-D1, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by brands Canon and Epson. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the M5 (24MP) and R-D1 (6MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The M5 was unveiled 12 years later than the R-D1 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon M5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Epson R-D1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the M5 matches up against the R-D1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M5 & Epson R-D1. The full galleries are viewable at Canon M5 Gallery & Epson R-D1 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon M5 comes with outside measurements of 116mm x 89mm x 61mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Epson R-D1 has measurements of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the M5 versus the R-D1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the M5 and R-D1 is 77 and 75 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by researching specs. The visual underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the M5 and R-D1.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Canon M5 to provide you with extra detail having an extra 18 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The newer M5 should have a benefit in sensor technology.