Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-PL5

Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-PL5, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Epson and Olympus. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and E-PL5 (16MP) and the R-D1x (APS-C) and E-PL5 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor sizing.

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The R-D1x was manufactured 4 years prior to the E-PL5 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a concise summary of how the R-D1x matches up vs the E-PL5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Epson R-D1x and Olympus PEN E-PL5. The entire galleries are provided at Epson R-D1x Gallery and Olympus E-PL5 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and size. The Epson R-D1x has exterior 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 Olympus E-PL5 has specifications of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs).

Take a look at the Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-PL5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the R-D1x vs the E-PL5.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the R-D1x and E-PL5 is 75 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes merely by seeing specs. The image here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the R-D1x and E-PL5.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The R-D1x because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Olympus E-PL5 will produce more detail due to its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged R-D1x will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.