Canon SX600 HS vs Epson R-D1x

Below, we are comparing the Canon SX600 HS versus Epson R-D1x, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Epson. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the SX600 HS (16MP) and R-D1x (6MP) and the SX600 HS (1/2.3") and R-D1x (APS-C) enjoy different sensor size.

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The SX600 HS was introduced 4 years later than the R-D1x and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX600 HS being a Compact camera and the Epson R-D1x being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SX600 HS grades against the R-D1x in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX600 HS and Epson R-D1x. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX600 HS Gallery and Epson R-D1x Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SX600 HS has got external measurements of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Epson R-D1x has sizing of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX600 HS versus Epson R-D1x in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the SX600 HS vs the R-D1x.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX600 HS and R-D1x is 93 and 75 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements only by reading specs. The visual below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX600 HS and R-D1x.

All in all, both cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The SX600 HS having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Canon SX600 HS will deliver more detail using its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images much more aggressively. The more recent SX600 HS provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.