Epson R-D1 vs Panasonic GM5

Following is a thorough overview of the Epson R-D1 and Panasonic GM5, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Epson and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and GM5 (16MP) and the R-D1 (APS-C) and GM5 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The R-D1 was manufactured 11 years before the GM5 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the R-D1 matches up vs the GM5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Epson R-D1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5. The entire galleries are provided at Epson R-D1 Gallery and Panasonic GM5 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Epson R-D1 enjoys outside measurements of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) while the Panasonic GM5 has specifications of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs).

Analyze the Epson R-D1 and Panasonic GM5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the R-D1 versus the GM5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the R-D1 and GM5 is 75 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor sizes just by reviewing specifications. The pic below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the R-D1 and GM5.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The R-D1 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic GM5 will offer you greater detail due to its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged R-D1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.