Epson R-D1x vs Epson R-D1

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Epson R-D1x and the Epson R-D1, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Epson R-D1x was introduced in February 2009 and Epson R-D1 was introduced in March 2004. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Epson R-D1x over Epson R-D1.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Epson R-D1 over Epson R-D1x.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Epson R-D1x has a 2.5" screen with 235k dot resolution and Epson R-D1 has a 2.0" screen with 235k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens.

Viewfinder

Cameras have built-in Optical (rangefinder) viewfinders. magnification and magnification.

Both models feature a 6 megapixel APS-C CCD sensor with dimensions of 23.7 x 15.6 mm and a total area of 369.7 mm². Their native ISO range is 200 - 1,600

Here is a sensor size comparison chart where you can see how different sensors compare with each other:

Sensor size chart

	Sensor	Dimensions	Area	Aspect Ratio	Crop Factor
	Medium Format	44 x 33 mm	1452 mm2	4:3	0.79x
	Full Frame	36 x 24 mm	864 mm2	3:2	1x
	APS-H	27 x 18 mm	486 mm2	3:2	1.3x
	APS-C	23.6 x 15.6 mm	368.2 mm2	3:2	1.5x
	APS-C (Canon)	22.3 x 14.9 mm	332.3 mm2	3:2	1.6x
	Micro Four Thirds	17.4 x 13 mm	226.2 mm2	4:3	2x
	1-inch	13.2 x 8.8 mm	116.2 mm2	3:2	2.7x
	1/1.7-inch	7.44 x 5.58 mm	41.5 mm2	4:3	4.7x
	1/2.3-inch	6.17 x 4.55 mm	28.1 mm2	4:3	5.6x

Epson R-D1x can take pictures up to 3008 x 2000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 2240 x 1488 with 3:2 aspect ratios. Epson R-D1 can take pictures up to 3008 x 2000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 2240 x 1488 with 3:2 aspect ratios.

Lens Mount

Cameras have Leica M lens mount. Due to their APS-C sensor their crop factor (also called lens multiplier) is equal to 1.5x. This means that a 35mm equivalent focal length of the mounted lens will be equal to its actual focal length times 1.5.

No Image Stabilization

The cameras do not have image stabilization. On Epson R-D1x it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Epson R-D1 nothing can be done. On Epson R-D1 it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Epson R-D1x nothing can be done.

External Storage Slots

Epson R-D1x has a single SD/SDHC card slot. Epson R-D1 has a single SD card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/2000 sec on Epson R-D1x, and up to 1/2000 sec on Epson R-D1.

Flash

Cameras have no built-in flash but an external flash may be connected to both of them..

Epson R-D1x and Epson R-D1 bodies have the same dimensions of 142 x 89 x 40 mm (5.59 x 3.5 x 1.57") and they both weigh 620 g (1.37 lb / 21.87 oz).

Epson R-D1x

Epson R-D1

142 mm

89 mm

142 mm

89 mm