Epson R-D1x vs Panasonic GX8

Following is a in depth comparison of the Epson R-D1x and Panasonic GX8, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by rivals Epson and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and GX8 (20MP) and the R-D1x (APS-C) and GX8 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The R-D1x was introduced 7 years earlier than the GX8 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the R-D1x grades against the GX8 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Epson R-D1x & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8. The whole galleries are viewable at Epson R-D1x Gallery & Panasonic GX8 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Epson R-D1x has physical dimensions 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 Panasonic GX8 has sizing of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") and a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs).

Take a look at the Epson R-D1x and Panasonic GX8 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the R-D1x vs the GX8.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R-D1x and GX8 is 75 and 74 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching technical specs. The pic underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the R-D1x and GX8.

As you can tell, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The R-D1x having a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic GX8 will provide you with more detail using its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged R-D1x will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.