Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm F500 EXR

Here, we will be evaluating the Epson R-D1x and Fujifilm F500 EXR, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Epson and FujiFilm. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and Fujifilm F500 EXR (16MP) and the R-D1x (APS-C) and Fujifilm F500 EXR (1/2") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The R-D1x was revealed 22 months before the Fujifilm F500 EXR which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Epson R-D1x being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Fujifilm F500 EXR being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the R-D1x grades versus the Fujifilm F500 EXR with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Epson R-D1x and Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR. The full galleries are viewable at Epson R-D1x Gallery and Fujifilm F500 EXR Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Epson R-D1x enjoys physical dimensions of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) and the Fujifilm F500 EXR has dimensions of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Check out the Epson R-D1x and Fujifilm F500 EXR in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the R-D1x vs the Fujifilm F500 EXR.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R-D1x and Fujifilm F500 EXR is 75 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions only by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the R-D1x and Fujifilm F500 EXR.

As you can tell, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The R-D1x using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Fujifilm F500 EXR will result in extra detail because of its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged R-D1x will be behind with regard to sensor tech.