Epson R-D1 vs Panasonic GF6

Here is a extensive review of the Epson R-D1 versus Panasonic GF6, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Epson and Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and GF6 (16MP) and the R-D1 (APS-C) and GF6 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor measurements.

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The R-D1 was manufactured 10 years prior to the GF6 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the R-D1 matches up versus the GF6 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Epson R-D1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6. The entire galleries are available at Epson R-D1 Gallery & Panasonic GF6 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Epson R-D1 offers exterior dimensions of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF6 has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the R-D1 compared to the GF6.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R-D1 and GF6 is 75 and 87 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by viewing specs. The photograph here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the R-D1 and GF6.

All in all, the two cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The R-D1 featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic GF6 will provide you with more detail due to its extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The older R-D1 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.