Canon SX530 HS vs Epson R-D1x

In this write-up, we are matching up the Canon SX530 HS vs Epson R-D1x, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Epson. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the SX530 HS (16MP) and R-D1x (6MP) and the SX530 HS (1/2.3") and R-D1x (APS-C) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The SX530 HS was unveiled 5 years after the R-D1x which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Epson R-D1x being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SX530 HS scores vs the R-D1x for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS and Epson R-D1x. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX530 HS Gallery and Epson R-D1x Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX530 HS comes with physical measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst the Epson R-D1x has dimensions of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX530 HS vs Epson R-D1x in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the SX530 HS against the R-D1x.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX530 HS and R-D1x is 69 and 75 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes simply by checking specifications. The image underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SX530 HS and R-D1x.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The SX530 HS using its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Canon SX530 HS will give more detail having an extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger SX530 HS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.