Epson R-D1 vs Samsung SL620

Its time to examine more in depth at the Epson R-D1 and Samsung SL620, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Epson and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and SL620 (12MP) and the R-D1 (APS-C) and SL620 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The R-D1 was released 6 years prior to the SL620 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Epson R-D1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung SL620 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the R-D1 matches up against the SL620 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Epson R-D1 and Samsung SL620. The complete galleries are viewable at Epson R-D1 Gallery and Samsung SL620 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Epson R-D1 features outside measurements of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL620 has proportions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Compare the Epson R-D1 and Samsung SL620 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the R-D1 vs the SL620.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the R-D1 and SL620 is 75 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by viewing specs. The picture below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the R-D1 and SL620.

All in all, the 2 cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The R-D1 featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Samsung SL620 will render extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged R-D1 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.