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Canon M6 MII vs Epson R-D1x

Portability
83
Imaging
73
Features
80
Overall
75
Canon EOS M6 Mark II front
 
Epson R-D1x front
Portability
75
Imaging
46
Features
19
Overall
35

Canon M6 MII vs Epson R-D1x Key Specs

Canon M6 MII
(Full Review)
  • 33MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Raise to 51200)
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Canon EF-M Mount
  • 408g - 120 x 70 x 49mm
  • Announced August 2019
  • Old Model is Canon M6
Epson R-D1x
(Full Review)
  • 6MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 1600
  • No Video
  • Leica M Mount
  • 620g - 142 x 89 x 40mm
  • Released February 2009
  • Replaced the Epson R-D1
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Canon M6 MII vs Epson R-D1x Overview

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon M6 MII versus Epson R-D1x, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Canon and Epson. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the M6 MII (33MP) and R-D1x (6MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The M6 MII was unveiled 10 years after the R-D1x which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the M6 MII scores against the R-D1x in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon M6 MII over the Epson R-D1x

 M6 MII R-D1x 
ReleasedAugust 2019February 2009More modern by 128 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen size3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution1040k235kSharper screen (+805k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Canon M6 MII

 R-D1x M6 MII 

Common features in the Canon M6 MII and Epson R-D1x

 M6 MII R-D1x 
Manually focus Dial precise focus
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen

Canon M6 MII vs Epson R-D1x Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Canon M6 MII enjoys outer measurements of 120mm x 70mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.9") along with a weight of 408 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Epson R-D1x has proportions of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs).

Examine the Canon M6 MII versus Epson R-D1x in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the M6 MII and the R-D1x.

Canon M6 MII vs Epson R-D1x size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the M6 MII and R-D1x is 83 and 75 respectively.

Canon M6 MII vs Epson R-D1x top view buttons comparison

Canon M6 MII vs Epson R-D1x Sensor Comparison

Often, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes merely by looking at specs. The pic below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the M6 MII and R-D1x.

All in all, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon M6 MII to give you greater detail having an extra 27MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent M6 MII provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Canon M6 MII vs Epson R-D1x sensor size comparison

Canon M6 MII vs Epson R-D1x Screen and ViewFinder

Canon M6 MII vs Epson R-D1x Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Canon M6 MII
Portrait photography with Epson R-D1x
83
focusing manually
excellent megapixels (33MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
comes with face detect focus
exports RAW files
47
has manual focus
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
does not have liveview
lack of manual exposure
sensor resolution low (6MP)
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Canon M6 MII
Street photography with Epson R-D1x
81
has a tilting screen
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
comes with touch focus
above average ISO range (25,600)
does not have image stabilization
56
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
more heavy than competitors in class (620g)
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Sports Comparison

Canon M6 MII Sports photography details
Epson R-D1x Sports photography details
72
silent mode (1/16,000 seconds)
excellent megapixels (33MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
comes with tracking focus
comes with phase detect auto focus
does not have image stabilization
bad battery power (305 per charge)
31
decent sensor size (APS-C)
does not have liveview
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (6MP)
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Canon M6 MII Travel photography details
Epson R-D1x Travel photography details
74
supports bluetooth
comes with touch focus
excellent megapixels (33 megapixels)
has built in flash
bad battery power (305 shots)
screen isn't selfie friendly
39
doesn't have Timelapse function
more heavy than competitors in class (620 grams)
sensor resolution low (6 megapixels)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Canon M6 MII Landscape photography advice
Epson R-D1x Landscape photography advice
76
focusing manually
change lenses (Canon EF-M mount)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
excellent megapixels (33MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
above average ISO range (25,600)
exports RAW files
does not have image stabilization
bad battery power (305 per charge)
45
has manual focus
change lenses (Leica M mount)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
tiny screen (2.5 inch)
does not have liveview
lack of manual exposure
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (6 megapixels)
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon M6 MII Vlogging features
Epson R-D1x Vlogging features
37
built-in touchscreen
comes with face detect focus
good video quality (3840 x 2160 pixels)
does have microphone socket
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
9
can't record video
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Canon M6 MII vs Epson R-D1x Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon M6 MII and Epson R-D1x
 Canon EOS M6 Mark IIEpson R-D1x
General Information
Brand Name Canon Epson
Model Canon EOS M6 Mark II Epson R-D1x
Category Advanced Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Announced 2019-08-28 2009-02-27
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip DIGIC 8 -
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 22.3 x 14.9mm 23.7 x 15.6mm
Sensor surface area 332.3mm² 369.7mm²
Sensor resolution 33 megapixels 6 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 6960 x 4640 3008 x 2000
Maximum native ISO 25600 1600
Maximum enhanced ISO 51200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 200
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points 143 -
Lens
Lens mounting type Canon EF-M Leica M
Amount of lenses 23 59
Crop factor 1.6 1.5
Screen
Screen type Tilting Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 2.5"
Screen resolution 1,040 thousand dot 235 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic (optional) Optical (rangefinder)
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 seconds 1 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Fastest silent shutter speed 1/16000 seconds -
Continuous shutter speed 14.0 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 4.60 m (at ISO 100) no built-in flash
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Fastest flash sync 1/200 seconds -
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC -
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 None
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes (with USB-PD compatible chargers) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 408 gr (0.90 pounds) 620 gr (1.37 pounds)
Physical dimensions 120 x 70 x 49mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.9") 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 305 shots -
Style of battery Battery Pack -
Battery model LP-E17 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) No
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) SD/SDHC card
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at release $849 $1,709