Epson R-D1x vs Sony A6400

Following is a detailed review of the Epson R-D1x and Sony A6400, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Epson and Sony. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and A6400 (24MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The R-D1x was revealed 11 years prior to the A6400 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the R-D1x matches up vs the A6400 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Epson R-D1x & Sony Alpha a6400. The full galleries are viewable at Epson R-D1x Gallery & Sony A6400 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Epson R-D1x provides exterior measurements 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 Sony A6400 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs).

Look at the Epson R-D1x and Sony A6400 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the R-D1x vs the A6400.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the R-D1x and A6400 is 75 and 83 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes merely by checking specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the R-D1x and A6400.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can anticipate the Sony A6400 to resolve greater detail because of its extra 18MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged R-D1x is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.