Canon 30D vs Epson R-D1
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Canon 30D vs Epson R-D1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 1600
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 620g - 142 x 89 x 40mm
- Revealed March 2004
- Replacement is Epson R-D1x

Canon 30D vs Epson R-D1 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Canon 30D and Epson R-D1, former being a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Epson. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the 30D (8MP) and R-D1 (6MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (APS-C).

The 30D was released 2 years later than the R-D1 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon 30D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Epson R-D1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the 30D matches up against the R-D1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon 30D vs Epson R-D1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 30D & Epson R-D1. The complete galleries are provided at Canon 30D Gallery & Epson R-D1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 30D over the Epson R-D1
30D | R-D1 | |||
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Revealed | April 2006 | ![]() | March 2004 | Fresher by 26 months |
Display size | 2.5" | ![]() | 2" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Epson R-D1 over the Canon 30D
R-D1 | 30D | |||
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Display resolution | 235k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+5k dot) |
Common features in the Canon 30D and Epson R-D1
30D | R-D1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Canon 30D vs Epson R-D1 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon 30D offers outer measurements of 144mm x 106mm x 74mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 784 grams (1.73 lbs) and the Epson R-D1 has dimensions of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs).
See the Canon 30D and Epson R-D1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the 30D and the R-D1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the 30D and R-D1 is 58 and 75 respectively.

Canon 30D vs Epson R-D1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 30D and R-D1.
As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Canon 30D to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The younger 30D is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.

Canon 30D vs Epson R-D1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 30D vs Epson R-D1 Specifications
Canon EOS 30D | Epson R-D1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Epson |
Model type | Canon EOS 30D | Epson R-D1 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced Mirrorless |
Announced | 2006-04-04 | 2004-03-11 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.5 x 15mm | 23.7 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 337.5mm² | 369.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 8MP | 6MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 3504 x 2336 | 3008 x 2000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF/EF-S | Leica M |
Available lenses | 326 | 59 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5 inches | 2 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 235 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (rangefinder) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.56x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 1 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/250 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Maximum video resolution | None | None |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 784g (1.73 lbs) | 620g (1.37 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 144 x 106 x 74mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 2.9") | 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 59 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 736 | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | No |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | SD card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $773 | $1,709 |