Epson R-D1x vs Sony TX5

Lets look closer at the Epson R-D1x and Sony TX5, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Epson and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and TX5 (10MP) and the R-D1x (APS-C) and TX5 (1/2.4") use different sensor sizes.

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The R-D1x was revealed 11 months before the TX5 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Epson R-D1x being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX5 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight into a full comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the R-D1x matches up against the TX5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Epson R-D1x & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The full galleries are available at Epson R-D1x Gallery & Sony TX5 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Epson R-D1x offers external dimensions 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 TX5 has sizing of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Look at the Epson R-D1x and Sony TX5 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the R-D1x compared to the TX5.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the R-D1x and TX5 is 75 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes merely by viewing a spec sheet. The pic below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the R-D1x and TX5.

Clearly, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The R-D1x with its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Sony TX5 will result in more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged R-D1x will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.