Epson R-D1 vs Samsung GX-1S

In this write-up, we are matching up the Epson R-D1 and Samsung GX-1S, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Epson and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the R-D1 (6MP) and the GX-1S (6MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

Photography Glossary

The R-D1 was announced 22 months earlier than the GX-1S making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Epson R-D1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the R-D1 matches up against the GX-1S in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Epson R-D1 and Samsung GX-1S. The whole galleries are provided at Epson R-D1 Gallery and Samsung GX-1S Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Epson R-D1 has got physical measurements of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) while the Samsung GX-1S has dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

Contrast the Epson R-D1 and Samsung GX-1S in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the R-D1 and the GX-1S.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the R-D1 and GX-1S is 75 and 68 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing only by checking specifications. The graphic here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the R-D1 and GX-1S.

Plainly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures but you would want to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The older R-D1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.