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Canon SX150 IS vs Epson R-D1x

Portability
86
Imaging
37
Features
40
Overall
38
Canon PowerShot SX150 IS front
 
Epson R-D1x front
Portability
75
Imaging
46
Features
19
Overall
35

Canon SX150 IS vs Epson R-D1x Key Specs

Canon SX150 IS
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
  • 306g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
  • Launched May 2012
  • Older Model is Canon SX130 IS
  • Replacement is Canon SX160 IS
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
  • Older Model is Epson R-D1
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Canon SX150 IS vs Epson R-D1x Overview

Here is a in depth overview of the Canon SX150 IS vs Epson R-D1x, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Canon and Epson. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX150 IS (14MP) and R-D1x (6MP) and the SX150 IS (1/2.3") and R-D1x (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX150 IS was brought out 3 years later than the R-D1x and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX150 IS being a Compact camera and the Epson R-D1x being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SX150 IS matches up versus the R-D1x for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon SX150 IS over the Epson R-D1x

 SX150 IS R-D1x 
ReleasedMay 2012February 2009Fresher by 40 months
Screen size3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")

Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Canon SX150 IS

 R-D1x SX150 IS 
Screen resolution235k230kClearer screen (+5k dot)

Common features in the Canon SX150 IS and Epson R-D1x

 SX150 IS R-D1x 
Manual focus More precise focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither includes Touch friendly screen

Canon SX150 IS vs Epson R-D1x Physical Comparison

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX150 IS features physical dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") having a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) whilst the Epson R-D1x has dimensions 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 SX150 IS vs Epson R-D1x in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the SX150 IS against the R-D1x.

Canon SX150 IS vs Epson R-D1x size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX150 IS and R-D1x is 86 and 75 respectively.

Canon SX150 IS vs Epson R-D1x top view buttons comparison

Canon SX150 IS vs Epson R-D1x Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at a spec sheet. The visual below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX150 IS and R-D1x.

As you can see, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The SX150 IS featuring a tinier sensor will make getting bokeh more difficult and the Canon SX150 IS will resolve more detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher SX150 IS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon SX150 IS vs Epson R-D1x sensor size comparison

Canon SX150 IS vs Epson R-D1x Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SX150 IS vs Epson R-D1x Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SX150 IS Portrait photography highlights
Epson R-D1x Portrait photography highlights
42
focusing manually
good resolution (14 megapixels)
has face detect focusing
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
47
has manual focus
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
no liveview feature
lack of manual exposure
low megapixels (6 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Canon SX150 IS Street photography advice
Epson R-D1x Street photography advice
59
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition (306 grams)
screen is fixed
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
56
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
heavier than others (620g)
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Sports Comparison

Canon SX150 IS Sports photography advice
Epson R-D1x Sports photography advice
39
image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14 megapixels)
has tracking focus
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
not so great battery life (130 shots)
lack of phase detect AF
31
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
no liveview feature
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (6MP)
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Canon SX150 IS Travel photography factors
Epson R-D1x Travel photography factors
64
lighter than competition (306g)
good resolution (14MP)
has built in flash
quite wide (28mm)
very long reach (336mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
not so great battery life (130 CIPA)
does not contain selfie friendly display
slow max aperture (f3.4)
39
missing Time Lapse recording
heavier than others (620 grams)
low megapixels (6MP)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SX150 IS Landscape photography features
Epson R-D1x Landscape photography features
46
focusing manually
quite wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (14MP)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.4)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
not so great battery life (130 shots)
does not have Time Lapse function
45
has manual focus
swap lenses (Leica M mount)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
screen is somewhat small (2.5")
no liveview feature
lack of manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (6MP)
missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon SX150 IS
Vlogging with Epson R-D1x
30
quite wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect focusing
lighter than competition (306g)
slow max aperture (f3.4)
does not contain selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have mic jack
9
can't record video
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Canon SX150 IS vs Epson R-D1x Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX150 IS and Epson R-D1x
 Canon PowerShot SX150 ISEpson R-D1x
General Information
Brand Canon Epson
Model type Canon PowerShot SX150 IS Epson R-D1x
Class Small Sensor Superzoom Advanced Mirrorless
Launched 2012-05-14 2009-02-27
Body design Compact Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip Digic 4 -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 23.7 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 369.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 6MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 3:2
Highest resolution 4320 x 3240 3008 x 2000
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Min native ISO 80 200
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 1 -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens Leica M
Lens zoom range 28-336mm (12.0x) -
Largest aperture f/3.4-5.6 -
Macro focusing distance 1cm -
Amount of lenses - 59
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inches 2.5 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dot 235k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Optical (rangefinder)
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15s 1s
Highest shutter speed 1/2500s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting speed 1.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.00 m no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync -
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) -
Highest video resolution 1280x720 None
Video format H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 306g (0.67 pounds) 620g (1.37 pounds)
Physical dimensions 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 130 shots -
Style of battery AA -
Battery ID 2 x AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) No
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC card
Storage slots Single Single
Launch price $249 $1,709