Epson R-D1 vs Samsung NX500

Below is a detailed comparison of the Epson R-D1 versus Samsung NX500, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Epson and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and NX500 (28MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The R-D1 was introduced 12 years earlier than the NX500 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the R-D1 scores vs the NX500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Epson R-D1 and Samsung NX500. The whole galleries are provided at Epson R-D1 Gallery and Samsung NX500 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Epson R-D1 features external 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 NX500 has sizing of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") having a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the R-D1 compared to the NX500.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R-D1 and NX500 is 75 and 87 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the R-D1 and NX500.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung NX500 to deliver extra detail using its extra 22MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older R-D1 is going to be behind in sensor technology.