Canon A3200 IS vs Epson R-D1

Following is a comprehensive overview of the Canon A3200 IS versus Epson R-D1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Canon and Epson. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the A3200 IS (14MP) and R-D1 (6MP) and the A3200 IS (1/2.3") and R-D1 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The A3200 IS was revealed 6 years after the R-D1 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon A3200 IS being a Compact camera and the Epson R-D1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the A3200 IS grades against the R-D1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A3200 IS and Epson R-D1. The full galleries are available at Canon A3200 IS Gallery and Epson R-D1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon A3200 IS features outside measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Epson R-D1 has measurements of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs).

Contrast the Canon A3200 IS versus Epson R-D1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the A3200 IS against the R-D1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A3200 IS and R-D1 is 95 and 75 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through specifications. The image underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A3200 IS and R-D1.

To sum up, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The A3200 IS having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Canon A3200 IS will render greater detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent A3200 IS provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.