Epson R-D1x vs Samsung WB250F

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Epson R-D1x and Samsung WB250F, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Epson and Samsung. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and WB250F (14MP) and the R-D1x (APS-C) and WB250F (1/2.3") use different sensor size.

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The R-D1x was brought out 4 years earlier than the WB250F and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Epson R-D1x being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung WB250F being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a quick overview of how the R-D1x grades against the WB250F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Epson R-D1x and Samsung WB250F. The entire galleries are viewable at Epson R-D1x Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Epson R-D1x offers exterior dimensions of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) and the Samsung WB250F has measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Look at the Epson R-D1x and Samsung WB250F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the R-D1x versus the WB250F.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the R-D1x and WB250F is 75 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the R-D1x and WB250F.

Clearly, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The R-D1x featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Samsung WB250F will deliver extra detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older R-D1x is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.