Canon SX20 IS vs Epson R-D1

Below is a extended overview of the Canon SX20 IS versus Epson R-D1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Epson. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the SX20 IS (12MP) and R-D1 (6MP) and the SX20 IS (1/2.3") and R-D1 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor size.

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The SX20 IS was released 6 years later than the R-D1 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX20 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Epson R-D1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the SX20 IS grades versus the R-D1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX20 IS & Epson R-D1. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX20 IS Gallery & Epson R-D1 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon SX20 IS has exterior measurements of 128mm x 88mm x 87mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.4") and a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Epson R-D1 has measurements of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX20 IS versus Epson R-D1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the SX20 IS against the R-D1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX20 IS and R-D1 is 65 and 75 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing specifications. The photograph here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX20 IS and R-D1.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SX20 IS due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Canon SX20 IS will render greater detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent SX20 IS will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.