Canon SX260 HS vs Epson R-D1x

Let's examine more in depth at the Canon SX260 HS versus Epson R-D1x, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Epson. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the SX260 HS (12MP) and R-D1x (6MP) and the SX260 HS (1/2.3") and R-D1x (APS-C) come with different sensor size.

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The SX260 HS was revealed 3 years after the R-D1x which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX260 HS being a Compact camera and the Epson R-D1x being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SX260 HS matches up versus the R-D1x for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS & Epson R-D1x. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX260 HS Gallery & Epson R-D1x Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX260 HS features exterior measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 231 grams (0.51 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).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the SX260 HS compared to the R-D1x.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SX260 HS and R-D1x is 91 and 75 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes purely by viewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX260 HS and R-D1x.

Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The SX260 HS with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Canon SX260 HS will result in greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more modern SX260 HS provides an edge in sensor tech.