Epson R-D1 vs Pentax Q7

Here is a comprehensive review of the Epson R-D1 and Pentax Q7, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Epson and Pentax. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and Q7 (12MP) and the R-D1 (APS-C) and Q7 (1/1.7") come with different sensor size.

Photography Glossary

The R-D1 was announced 10 years prior to the Q7 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the R-D1 matches up vs the Q7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Epson R-D1 & Pentax Q7. The whole galleries are available at Epson R-D1 Gallery & Pentax Q7 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and size. The Epson R-D1 provides exterior dimensions of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) while the Pentax Q7 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

See the Epson R-D1 and Pentax Q7 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the R-D1 and the Q7.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the R-D1 and Q7 is 75 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing purely by viewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the R-D1 and Q7.

Clearly, both of those cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The R-D1 with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Pentax Q7 will result in more detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older R-D1 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.