Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm S8200

Below, we are contrasting the Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm S8200, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Epson and FujiFilm. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and Fujifilm S8200 (16MP) and the R-D1 (APS-C) and Fujifilm S8200 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The R-D1 was brought out 9 years before the Fujifilm S8200 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Epson R-D1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Fujifilm S8200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the R-D1 matches up versus the Fujifilm S8200 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Epson R-D1 & Fujifilm FinePix S8200. The entire galleries are available at Epson R-D1 Gallery & Fujifilm S8200 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Epson R-D1 enjoys exterior measurements of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) and the Fujifilm S8200 has sizing of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

Analyze the Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm S8200 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the R-D1 versus the Fujifilm S8200.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the R-D1 and Fujifilm S8200 is 75 and 61 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through specs. The visual below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the R-D1 and Fujifilm S8200.

All in all, the 2 cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The R-D1 because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Fujifilm S8200 will render greater detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older R-D1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.