Canon SX740 HS vs Epson R-D1x

Its time to take a deeper look at the Canon SX740 HS versus Epson R-D1x, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Canon and Epson. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the SX740 HS (21MP) and R-D1x (6MP) and the SX740 HS (1/2.3") and R-D1x (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The SX740 HS was announced 9 years after the R-D1x which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon SX740 HS being a Compact camera and the Epson R-D1x being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the SX740 HS matches up against the R-D1x with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX740 HS and Epson R-D1x. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX740 HS Gallery and Epson R-D1x Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX740 HS enjoys external measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 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).

Analyze the Canon SX740 HS versus Epson R-D1x in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the SX740 HS versus the R-D1x.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the SX740 HS and R-D1x is 88 and 75 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specs. The picture underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX740 HS and R-D1x.

All in all, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The SX740 HS having a tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Canon SX740 HS will resolve greater detail with its extra 15MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The more recent SX740 HS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.