Epson R-D1 vs Panasonic GM1

Following is a extended comparison of the Epson R-D1 vs Panasonic GM1, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Epson and Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and GM1 (16MP) and the R-D1 (APS-C) and GM1 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The R-D1 was brought out 10 years prior to the GM1 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the R-D1 scores against the GM1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Epson R-D1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The entire galleries are viewable at Epson R-D1 Gallery and Panasonic GM1 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Epson R-D1 comes with external measurements 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 GM1 has specifications of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") having a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).

Compare the Epson R-D1 vs Panasonic GM1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the R-D1 and the GM1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R-D1 and GM1 is 75 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading a spec sheet. The picture underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the R-D1 and GM1.

As you can see, both the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The R-D1 because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Panasonic GM1 will offer extra detail having its extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged R-D1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.