Epson R-D1x vs Samsung DV150F

Below, we will be looking at the Epson R-D1x versus Samsung DV150F, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Epson and Samsung. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and DV150F (16MP) and the R-D1x (APS-C) and DV150F (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The R-D1x was introduced 4 years before the DV150F which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Epson R-D1x being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung DV150F being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the R-D1x scores vs the DV150F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Epson R-D1x & Samsung DV150F. The whole galleries are available at Epson R-D1x Gallery & Samsung DV150F Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you should 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") having a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) whilst the Samsung DV150F has dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check out the Epson R-D1x versus Samsung DV150F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the R-D1x and the DV150F.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the R-D1x and DV150F is 75 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by going over specifications. The image here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the R-D1x and DV150F.

Plainly, each of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The R-D1x using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Samsung DV150F will deliver extra detail using its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged R-D1x is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.