Epson R-D1x vs Nikon Z7 II

Its time to take a closer look at the Epson R-D1x versus Nikon Z7 II, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Epson and Nikon. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and Z7 II (46MP) and the R-D1x (APS-C) and Z7 II (Full frame) offer totally different sensor size.

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The R-D1x was manufactured 12 years earlier than the Z7 II and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Epson R-D1x being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the R-D1x scores versus the Z7 II in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Epson R-D1x & Nikon Z7 Mark II. The entire galleries are viewable at Epson R-D1x Gallery & Nikon Z7 II Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Epson R-D1x features external measurements of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z7 II has dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs).

See the Epson R-D1x versus Nikon Z7 II in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the R-D1x against the Z7 II.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the R-D1x and Z7 II is 75 and 61 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by looking through specifications. The graphic below will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the R-D1x and Z7 II.

To sum up, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The R-D1x because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Nikon Z7 II will provide you with more detail due to its extra 40MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older R-D1x will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.