Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-PL2

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-PL2, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Epson and Olympus. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and E-PL2 (12MP) and the R-D1x (APS-C) and E-PL2 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The R-D1x was revealed 23 months before the E-PL2 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the R-D1x scores against the E-PL2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Epson R-D1x and Olympus PEN E-PL2. The full galleries are available at Epson R-D1x Gallery and Olympus E-PL2 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Epson R-D1x offers outer dimensions of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) while the Olympus E-PL2 has dimensions of 114mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 362 grams (0.80 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the R-D1x compared to the E-PL2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R-D1x and E-PL2 is 75 and 85 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements just by checking out technical specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the R-D1x and E-PL2.

As you have seen, both cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The R-D1x with its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Olympus E-PL2 will provide extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The older R-D1x will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.