Canon XC10 vs Epson R-D1

Here is a comprehensive overview of the Canon XC10 and Epson R-D1, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Canon and Epson. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the XC10 (12MP) and R-D1 (6MP) and the XC10 (1") and R-D1 (APS-C) provide different sensor measurements.

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The XC10 was brought out 11 years later than the R-D1 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon XC10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Epson R-D1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a concise summation of how the XC10 matches up versus the R-D1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon XC10 & Epson R-D1. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon XC10 Gallery & Epson R-D1 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon XC10 has got physical measurements of 125mm x 102mm x 122mm (4.9" x 4.0" x 4.8") with a weight of 1040 grams (2.29 lbs) whilst the Epson R-D1 has measurements of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs).

Analyze the Canon XC10 and Epson R-D1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the XC10 against the R-D1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the XC10 and R-D1 is 54 and 75 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by going over specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the XC10 and R-D1.

All in all, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The XC10 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Canon XC10 will offer you extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The fresher XC10 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.