Epson R-D1 vs Sony FX3

Its time to look more closely at the Epson R-D1 vs Sony FX3, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Epson and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and FX3 (12MP) and the R-D1 (APS-C) and FX3 (Full frame) provide different sensor sizing.

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The R-D1 was released 18 years prior to the FX3 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the R-D1 grades against the FX3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Epson R-D1 and Sony FX3. The complete galleries are viewable at Epson R-D1 Gallery and Sony FX3 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Epson R-D1 offers outside measurements of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) while the Sony FX3 has sizing of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") and a weight of 716 grams (1.58 lbs).

Check out the Epson R-D1 vs Sony FX3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the R-D1 against the FX3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the R-D1 and FX3 is 75 and 62 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by checking technical specs. The picture below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the R-D1 and FX3.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The R-D1 because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony FX3 will resolve more detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged R-D1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.