Epson R-D1x vs Samsung GX-1L

      Epson R-D1x

      Samsung GX-1L
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Epson R-D1x and the Samsung GX-1L, 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 Samsung GX-1L was introduced in February 2006. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Epson R-D1x Highlights

      • 6 MP APS-C CCD Sensor
      • 200 - 1,600 Native ISO
      • 2.5" 235k dot Fixed Screen
      • Optical (rangefinder) Viewfinder

      Samsung GX-1L Highlights

      • 6 MP APS-C CCD Sensor
      • 200 - 3,200 Native ISO
      • 5 Focus Points
      • 2.5" 210k dot Fixed Screen
      • Optical (pentamirror) Viewfinder
      • 2.8 fps Continuous Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Epson R-D1x
      4. Advantage of Samsung GX-1L
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Screen and Viewfinder
      7. Sensor
      8. Photography Features
      9. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
      10. Other Features
      11. Physical Parameters
      12. For Different Types of Photography
      13. Evaluations
      14. Specifications  

      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.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Epson R-D1x and Samsung GX-1L.

      PROS

      Epson R-D1x

      Samsung GX-1L

      •   Built-in Flash

      CONS

      Epson R-D1x

      Samsung GX-1L

      •   No Video Capture
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 6 Megapixel
      •   200 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 235k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   No Video Capture
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 6 Megapixel
      •   200 Lowest Native ISO
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   5 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 210k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.8 fps
      •   Low USB Speed
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Epson R-D1x

      Samsung GX-1L

      •   Screen Size - 2.5"
      •   Weight - 620 g (1.37 lb / 21.87 oz)
      •   Screen Size - 2.5"
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec
      •   Weight - 570 g (1.26 lb / 20.11 oz)

      Advantage of Epson R-D1x

      Epson R-D1x
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Epson R-D1x over Samsung GX-1L.

      Epson R-D1x vs Samsung GX-1L
      Higher Resolution Screen 235k dot vs 210k dot
      Multi-Segment Metering vs
      Center Weighted Metering vs
      Spot Metering vs

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      Epson R-D1
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      APS-C

      6 MP

      Sigma SD10
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      APS-C

      3 MP

      Sigma SD1 Merrill
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      APS-C

      15 MP

      Hasselblad X1D-50c
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      Medium format

      51 MP

      Leica M11
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      Full Frame

      60.3 MP

      Canon 5D IV
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      Full Frame

      30.4 MP

      Nikon S1200pj
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      1/2.3-inch

      14.1 MP

      Nikon Z8
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      Full Frame

      45.7 MP

      Olympus PEN E-PL3
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      Micro Four Thirds

      12.3 MP

      Panasonic GM5
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      Micro Four Thirds

      16 MP

      Olympus PEN E-PL5
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      Micro Four Thirds

      16.1 MP

      Nikon D300S
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      APS-C

      12.3 MP

      Advantage of Samsung GX-1L

      Samsung GX-1L
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Samsung GX-1L over Epson R-D1x.

      Epson R-D1x vs Samsung GX-1L
      Higher Native ISO 1,600 vs 3,200
      Max Image Resolution 3008 x 2000 vs 3008 x 2008
      Phase Detection for Autofocus vs
      Top LCD Screen vs
      Lower Min Shutter Speed 1 sec vs 30 sec
      Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/2000 sec vs 1/4000 sec
      Built-in Flash vs
      Manual Exposure Mode vs
      Shutter Priority vs
      Lighter 620 g (1.37 lb / 21.87 oz) vs 570 g (1.26 lb / 20.11 oz)

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      Samsung GX-10
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      APS-C

      10.75 MP

      Samsung GX-1S
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      APS-C

      6 MP

      Samsung GX-20
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      APS-C

      15.1 MP

      Leica SL2
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      Full Frame

      47.3 MP

      Sony NEX-6
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      APS-C

      16.1 MP

      Nikon Z8
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      Full Frame

      45.7 MP

      Nikon D5000
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      APS-C

      12.3 MP

      Panasonic L10
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      Micro Four Thirds

      10.0 MP

      Sigma SD1
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      APS-C

      15 MP

      Canon 5DS
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      Full Frame

      50.6 MP

      Panasonic GH1
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      Micro Four Thirds

      12 MP

      Leica M10
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      Full Frame

      24 MP

      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      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.

      WEAKNESSES Epson R-D1x Samsung GX-1L
        No Video Capture
        Low Resolution Sensor6 Megapixel6 Megapixel
        High Native ISO200200
        Low Native ISO1,6003,200
        Timelapse Recording
        No Face Detection
        No Image Stabilization
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        Low Resolution Screen235k dot210k dot
        No Live View
        No HDMI Output
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Wi-Fi
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Epson R-D1x and Samsung GX-1L have 2.5" Fixed screens with 235k dot and 210k dot resolutions respectively.


      Viewfinder

      Epson R-D1x has a built-in Optical (rangefinder) viewfinderSamsung GX-1L has a built-in Optical (pentamirror) viewfinder. magnification and Samsung GX-1L has 96% coverage with 0.85x (0.57x 35mm equivalent) magnification.

      Sensor

      Epson R-D1x features a 6 megapixel APS-C CCD sensor with dimensions of 23.7 x 15.6 mm and a total area of 369.7 mm2. Its native ISO range is 200 - 1,600. Samsung GX-1L features a 6 megapixel APS-C CCD sensor with dimensions of 23.5 x 15.7 mm and a total area of 246.5 mm2. Its native ISO range is 200 - 3,200.


      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
      Image cannot be displayedMedium Format44 x 33 mm1452 mm24:30.79x
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      Image cannot be displayedAPS-H27 x 18 mm486 mm23:21.3x
      Image cannot be displayedAPS-C23.6 x 15.6 mm368.2 mm23:21.5x
      Image cannot be displayedAPS-C (Canon)22.3 x 14.9 mm332.3 mm23:21.6x
      Image cannot be displayedMicro Four Thirds17.4 x 13 mm226.2 mm24:32x
      Image cannot be displayed1-inch13.2 x 8.8 mm116.2 mm23:22.7x
      Image cannot be displayed1/1.7-inch7.44 x 5.58 mm41.5 mm24:34.7x
      Image cannot be displayed1/2.3-inch6.17 x 4.55 mm28.1 mm24:35.6x

      Photography Features

      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. Samsung GX-1L can take pictures up to 3008 x 2008 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 2400 x 1600, 1536 x 1024 with 3:2 aspect ratios.


      Lens Mount

      Epson R-D1x has Leica M lens mount and Samsung GX-1L has Pentax KAF 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 Samsung GX-1L nothing can be done. On Samsung GX-1L it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Epson R-D1x nothing can be done.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      USB Inputs

      Samsung GX-1L has a USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) input for data transfer.


      Battery

      Samsung GX-1L comes with 4 x AA battery pack.


      External Storage Slots

      Epson R-D1x has a single SD/SDHC card slot. Samsung GX-1L has a single SD/MMC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/2000 sec on Epson R-D1x, and up to 1/4000 sec on Samsung GX-1L. Samsung GX-1L can shoot continuously up to 2.8 fps.


      Flash

      Samsung GX-1L has a built-in flash with maximum range of 7.50 m and also accepts external flash. Epson R-D1x has no built-in flash but an external flash may be connected. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/180 sec on Samsung GX-1L.

      Physical Parameters

      Epson R-D1x body has dimensions of 142 x 89 x 40 mm (5.59 x 3.5 x 1.57") and Samsung GX-1L body has dimensions of 125 x 93 x 66 mm (4.92 x 3.66 x 2.6"). Epson R-D1x weighs 620 g (1.37 lb / 21.87 oz) and Samsung GX-1L weighs 570 g (1.26 lb / 20.11 oz).

      Epson R-D1x

      Samsung GX-1L

      142 mm

      89 mm

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      125 mm

      93 mm

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      Size comparisons of Epson R-D1x and Samsung GX-1L

      Epson R-D1x and Samsung GX-1L for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Epson R-D1x

      Samsung GX-1L

      AVERAGE
      56
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 235k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      AVERAGE
      56
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 210k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Epson R-D1x

      Samsung GX-1L

      POOR
      53
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 235k dot
      •   No Live View
      POOR
      47
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   5 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 210k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.8 fps

      Wildlife Photography

      Epson R-D1x

      Samsung GX-1L

      POOR
      50
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 235k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      POOR
      46
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   5 Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 210k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.8 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Portrait Photography

      Epson R-D1x

      Samsung GX-1L

      AVERAGE
      67
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 2.5"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 235k dot
      •   No Live View
      AVERAGE
      63
      •   5 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 2.5"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 210k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec

      Street Photography

      Epson R-D1x

      Samsung GX-1L

      GOOD
      76
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 235k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 620 g (1.37 lb / 21.87 oz)
      GOOD
      75
      •   5 Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 210k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 570 g (1.26 lb / 20.11 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Epson R-D1x

      Samsung GX-1L

      GOOD
      78
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 235k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 620 g (1.37 lb / 21.87 oz)
      GOOD
      79
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 210k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 570 g (1.26 lb / 20.11 oz)

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Epson R-D1x and Samsung GX-1L and give them scores of 46 and 52 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Epson R-D1x

      Samsung GX-1L

      OVERALL
      46
      OVERALL
      52

      Sensor

      Epson R-D1x

      Samsung GX-1L

      AVERAGE
      59
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 6 Megapixel
      •   200 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      AVERAGE
      59
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 6 Megapixel
      •   200 Lowest Native ISO
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Epson R-D1x

      Samsung GX-1L

      POOR
      53
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      POOR
      51
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.8 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec

      Video

      Epson R-D1x

      Samsung GX-1L

      BAD
      0
      •   No Image Stabilization
      BAD
      0
      •   No Image Stabilization

      Focusing

      Epson R-D1x

      Samsung GX-1L

      POOR
      47
      •   No Face Detection
      AVERAGE
      69
      •   5 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Epson R-D1x

      Samsung GX-1L

      AVERAGE
      62
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.5"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 235k dot
      AVERAGE
      64
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.5"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 210k dot

      Connectivity

      Epson R-D1x

      Samsung GX-1L

      BAD
      26
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      POOR
      47
      •   Low USB Speed
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Epson R-D1x

      Samsung GX-1L

      POOR
      42
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 620 g (1.37 lb / 21.87 oz)
      POOR
      42
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 570 g (1.26 lb / 20.11 oz)


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