Canon SX400 IS vs Epson R-D1

Below, we are reviewing the Canon SX400 IS versus Epson R-D1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Epson. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the SX400 IS (16MP) and R-D1 (6MP) and the SX400 IS (1/2.3") and R-D1 (APS-C) feature different sensor size.

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The SX400 IS was revealed 10 years later than the R-D1 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX400 IS being a Compact camera and the Epson R-D1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the SX400 IS matches up vs the R-D1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS and Epson R-D1. The full galleries are available at Canon SX400 IS Gallery and Epson R-D1 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX400 IS has exterior dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") and a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) whilst the Epson R-D1 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).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the SX400 IS vs the R-D1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX400 IS and R-D1 is 81 and 75 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by seeing specs. The visual below may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX400 IS and R-D1.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SX400 IS with its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Canon SX400 IS will show greater detail because of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more recent SX400 IS provides an advantage in sensor tech.