Epson R-D1x vs Sony S2100

Let's examine more closely at the Epson R-D1x versus Sony S2100, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Epson and Sony. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and S2100 (12MP) and the R-D1x (APS-C) and S2100 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The R-D1x was brought out 10 months earlier than the S2100 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Epson R-D1x being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony S2100 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the R-D1x matches up against the S2100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Epson R-D1x and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The entire galleries are viewable at Epson R-D1x Gallery and Sony S2100 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Epson R-D1x comes with external measurements 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 Sony S2100 has specifications of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the Epson R-D1x versus Sony S2100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the R-D1x vs the S2100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the R-D1x and S2100 is 75 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements only by going over specifications. The graphic below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the R-D1x and S2100.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The R-D1x because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Sony S2100 will offer extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older R-D1x is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.