Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX20

Following is a in-depth overview of the Epson R-D1x and Samsung NX20, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Epson and Samsung. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and NX20 (20MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The R-D1x was unveiled 4 years earlier than the NX20 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Epson R-D1x being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the R-D1x scores versus the NX20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Epson R-D1x & Samsung NX20. The full galleries are provided at Epson R-D1x Gallery & Samsung NX20 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Epson R-D1x has got external measurements of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX20 has measurements of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the R-D1x against the NX20.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the R-D1x and NX20 is 75 and 83 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through specifications. The image here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the R-D1x and NX20.

Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Samsung NX20 to render greater detail having an extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged R-D1x will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.