Epson R-D1 vs Sony NEX-F3

The following is a detailed comparison of the Epson R-D1 and Sony NEX-F3, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Epson and Sony. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and NEX-F3 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The R-D1 was launched 9 years prior to the NEX-F3 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the R-D1 matches up vs the NEX-F3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Epson R-D1 and Sony Alpha NEX-F3. The complete galleries are provided at Epson R-D1 Gallery and Sony NEX-F3 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. 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) whilst the Sony NEX-F3 has sizing of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).

Contrast the Epson R-D1 and Sony NEX-F3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the R-D1 against the NEX-F3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the R-D1 and NEX-F3 is 75 and 86 respectively.

Often, it is tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions only by researching technical specs. The image underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the R-D1 and NEX-F3.

As you have seen, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony NEX-F3 to result in more detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged R-D1 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.