Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-PL6

Below is a in depth analysis of the Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-PL6, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Epson and Olympus. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and E-PL6 (16MP) and the R-D1x (APS-C) and E-PL6 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The R-D1x was unveiled 6 years earlier than the E-PL6 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the R-D1x matches up versus the E-PL6 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Epson R-D1x and Olympus PEN E-PL6. The full galleries are viewable at Epson R-D1x Gallery and Olympus E-PL6 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Epson R-D1x comes with 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-PL6 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).

Analyze the Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-PL6 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the R-D1x compared to the E-PL6.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the R-D1x and E-PL6 is 75 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to see the difference in sensor measurements only by checking out specs. The graphic here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the R-D1x and E-PL6.

As you can plainly see, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The R-D1x using its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Olympus E-PL6 will provide extra detail having an extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The older R-D1x will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.