Epson R-D1 vs Sony TX5

Let's take a closer look at the Epson R-D1 vs Sony TX5, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Epson and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and TX5 (10MP) and the R-D1 (APS-C) and TX5 (1/2.4") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The R-D1 was launched 7 years before the TX5 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Epson R-D1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX5 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the R-D1 scores against the TX5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Epson R-D1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The complete galleries are available at Epson R-D1 Gallery and Sony TX5 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Epson R-D1 comes with outer dimensions of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) and the Sony TX5 has proportions of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Epson R-D1 vs Sony TX5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the R-D1 versus the TX5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R-D1 and TX5 is 75 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the R-D1 and TX5.

As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The R-D1 due to its bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Sony TX5 will offer extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The older R-D1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.