Epson R-D1 vs Panasonic G85

Below, we are comparing the Epson R-D1 vs Panasonic G85, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Epson and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and G85 (16MP) and the R-D1 (APS-C) and G85 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor size.

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The R-D1 was revealed 13 years earlier than the G85 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Epson R-D1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G85 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the R-D1 grades vs the G85 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Epson R-D1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85. The full galleries are available at Epson R-D1 Gallery and Panasonic G85 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Epson R-D1 provides physical dimensions of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) while the Panasonic G85 has dimensions of 128mm x 89mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 2.9") along with a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs).

Check the Epson R-D1 vs Panasonic G85 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the R-D1 and the G85.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the R-D1 and G85 is 75 and 69 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The pic below will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the R-D1 and G85.

Plainly, the two cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The R-D1 having a larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Panasonic G85 will resolve more detail because of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The more aged R-D1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.