Epson R-D1x vs Sigma DP1x

On this page, we will be looking at the Epson R-D1x vs Sigma DP1x, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Epson and Sigma. The image resolution of the R-D1x (6MP) and the DP1x (5MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The R-D1x was revealed 11 months prior to the DP1x so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Epson R-D1x being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the R-D1x matches up vs the DP1x in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Epson R-D1x and Sigma DP1x. The full galleries are viewable at Epson R-D1x Gallery and Sigma DP1x Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Epson R-D1x comes with outer measurements of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1x has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Contrast the Epson R-D1x vs Sigma DP1x in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the R-D1x against the DP1x.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the R-D1x and DP1x is 75 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions purely by going through specs. The picture here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the R-D1x and DP1x.

All in all, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Epson R-D1x to provide more detail because of its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged R-D1x will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.