Canon SX40 HS vs Epson R-D1

Its time to look more in depth at the Canon SX40 HS and Epson R-D1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Canon and Epson. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the SX40 HS (12MP) and R-D1 (6MP) and the SX40 HS (1/2.3") and R-D1 (APS-C) have different sensor sizing.

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The SX40 HS was announced 7 years later than the R-D1 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX40 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Epson R-D1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a short summation of how the SX40 HS grades against the R-D1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS and Epson R-D1. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX40 HS Gallery and Epson R-D1 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SX40 HS provides exterior measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") along with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Epson R-D1 has proportions of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs).

Check the Canon SX40 HS and Epson R-D1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SX40 HS versus the R-D1.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the SX40 HS and R-D1 is 64 and 75 respectively.

Usually, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements merely by looking through specs. The visual here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX40 HS and R-D1.

As you can plainly see, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SX40 HS with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Canon SX40 HS will render greater detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher SX40 HS should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.