Canon SX220 HS vs Epson R-D1x

Lets look more closely at the Canon SX220 HS versus Epson R-D1x, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Epson. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the SX220 HS (12MP) and R-D1x (6MP) and the SX220 HS (1/2.3") and R-D1x (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The SX220 HS was announced 24 months later than the R-D1x making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX220 HS being a Compact camera and the Epson R-D1x being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the SX220 HS matches up vs the R-D1x in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon SX220 HS and Epson R-D1x. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX220 HS Gallery and Epson R-D1x Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX220 HS has physical dimensions of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) and the Epson R-D1x has sizing of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX220 HS versus Epson R-D1x in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the SX220 HS and the R-D1x.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX220 HS and R-D1x is 96 and 75 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements just by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX220 HS and R-D1x.

As you can see, the 2 cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The SX220 HS with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Canon SX220 HS will give extra detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The fresher SX220 HS is going to have an edge in sensor tech.