Canon R8 vs Epson R-D1

The following is a in depth review of the Canon R8 versus Epson R-D1, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by rivals Canon and Epson. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the R8 (24MP) and R-D1 (6MP) and the R8 (Full frame) and R-D1 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor size.

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The R8 was introduced 19 years after the R-D1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon R8 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Epson R-D1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the R8 scores vs the R-D1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS R8 and Epson R-D1. The whole galleries are provided at Canon R8 Gallery and Epson R-D1 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon R8 offers external measurements of 133mm x 86mm x 70mm (5.2" x 3.4" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 461 grams (1.02 lbs) whilst the Epson R-D1 has measurements 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 R8 versus Epson R-D1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the R8 and the R-D1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the R8 and R-D1 is 71 and 75 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions only by viewing specifications. The picture here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the R8 and R-D1.

Plainly, both cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The R8 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Canon R8 will result in greater detail using its extra 18MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more modern R8 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.