Epson R-D1 vs Panasonic GH3

Lets look much closer at the Epson R-D1 vs Panasonic GH3, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Epson and Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and GH3 (16MP) and the R-D1 (APS-C) and GH3 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The R-D1 was launched 9 years before the GH3 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Epson R-D1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GH3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the R-D1 scores against the GH3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Epson R-D1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3. The complete galleries are viewable at Epson R-D1 Gallery & Panasonic GH3 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Epson R-D1 enjoys outside 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) while the Panasonic GH3 has specifications of 133mm x 93mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.2") along with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

Take a look at the Epson R-D1 vs Panasonic GH3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the R-D1 compared to the GH3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R-D1 and GH3 is 75 and 66 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements just by seeing specs. The photograph here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the R-D1 and GH3.

All in all, both the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The R-D1 featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic GH3 will show extra detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older R-D1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.