Epson R-D1 vs Samsung NX300

Below, we are looking at the Epson R-D1 vs Samsung NX300, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Epson and Samsung. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and NX300 (20MP) but they come with the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The R-D1 was revealed 10 years before the NX300 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the R-D1 matches up against the NX300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Epson R-D1 and Samsung NX300. The full galleries are available at Epson R-D1 Gallery and Samsung NX300 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Epson R-D1 provides outer measurements of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) and the Samsung NX300 has dimensions of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Compare the Epson R-D1 vs Samsung NX300 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the R-D1 against the NX300.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the R-D1 and NX300 is 75 and 86 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements purely by researching technical specs. The graphic underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the R-D1 and NX300.

As you have seen, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Samsung NX300 to render greater detail because of its extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The older R-D1 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.