Canon SX160 IS vs Epson R-D1x

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Canon SX160 IS vs Epson R-D1x, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Epson. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the SX160 IS (16MP) and R-D1x (6MP) and the SX160 IS (1/2.3") and R-D1x (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The SX160 IS was launched 4 years after the R-D1x which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX160 IS being a Compact camera and the Epson R-D1x being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the SX160 IS matches up versus the R-D1x in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS and Epson R-D1x. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX160 IS Gallery and Epson R-D1x Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX160 IS offers physical dimensions of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") having a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) and 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).

Analyze the Canon SX160 IS vs Epson R-D1x in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the SX160 IS versus the R-D1x.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX160 IS and R-D1x is 86 and 75 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking technical specs. The pic below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX160 IS and R-D1x.

As you can tell, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SX160 IS due to its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh more difficult and the Canon SX160 IS will give greater detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher SX160 IS will have an edge in sensor tech.