Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm SL240

Here, we will be reviewing the Epson R-D1 versus Fujifilm SL240, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Epson and FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and Fujifilm SL240 (14MP) and the R-D1 (APS-C) and Fujifilm SL240 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The R-D1 was revealed 8 years prior to the Fujifilm SL240 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Epson R-D1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Fujifilm SL240 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the R-D1 grades against the Fujifilm SL240 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Epson R-D1 and Fujifilm FinePix SL240. The full galleries are provided at Epson R-D1 Gallery and Fujifilm SL240 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Epson R-D1 features exterior dimensions of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) while the Fujifilm SL240 has dimensions of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 510 grams (1.12 lbs).

Check the Epson R-D1 versus Fujifilm SL240 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the R-D1 versus the Fujifilm SL240.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the R-D1 and Fujifilm SL240 is 75 and 67 respectively.

Often, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements just by looking at specifications. The visual below should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the R-D1 and Fujifilm SL240.

To sum up, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The R-D1 with its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Fujifilm SL240 will give extra detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older R-D1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.