Epson R-D1x vs Nikon Z5

Here, we will be reviewing the Epson R-D1x and Nikon Z5, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by rivals Epson and Nikon. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and Z5 (24MP) and the R-D1x (APS-C) and Z5 (Full frame) posses different sensor sizes.

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The R-D1x was revealed 12 years before the Z5 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Epson R-D1x being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the R-D1x grades versus the Z5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Epson R-D1x and Nikon Z5. The full galleries are provided at Epson R-D1x Gallery and Nikon Z5 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Epson R-D1x has 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 Nikon Z5 has proportions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs).

Contrast the Epson R-D1x and Nikon Z5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the R-D1x and the Z5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R-D1x and Z5 is 75 and 62 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out a spec sheet. The pic underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the R-D1x and Z5.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The R-D1x using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Nikon Z5 will show extra detail because of its extra 18MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged R-D1x will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.