Epson R-D1x vs Panasonic GX9

Lets take a deeper look at the Epson R-D1x vs Panasonic GX9, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Epson and Panasonic. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and GX9 (20MP) and the R-D1x (APS-C) and GX9 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor size.

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The R-D1x was launched 10 years before the GX9 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the R-D1x grades versus the GX9 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Epson R-D1x & Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9. The complete galleries are available at Epson R-D1x Gallery & Panasonic GX9 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Epson R-D1x has got exterior dimensions of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) and the Panasonic GX9 has dimensions of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs).

Look at the Epson R-D1x vs Panasonic GX9 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the R-D1x vs the GX9.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the R-D1x and GX9 is 75 and 82 respectively.

Usually, its tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions only by looking at specs. The pic here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the R-D1x and GX9.

All in all, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The R-D1x featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Panasonic GX9 will give more detail utilizing its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged R-D1x is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.