Casio EX-Z450 vs Epson R-D1x
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75 Imaging
46 Features
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Casio EX-Z450 vs Epson R-D1x Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.6-5.8) lens
- 128g - 81 x 56 x 21mm
- Launched August 2009
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 1600
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 620g - 142 x 89 x 40mm
- Released February 2009
- Superseded the Epson R-D1

Casio EX-Z450 vs Epson R-D1x Overview
Here is a detailed assessment of the Casio EX-Z450 versus Epson R-D1x, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Casio and Epson. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the EX-Z450 (12MP) and R-D1x (6MP) and the EX-Z450 (1/2.3") and R-D1x (APS-C) boast different sensor size.

The EX-Z450 was unveiled 6 months later than the R-D1x which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-Z450 being a Compact camera and the Epson R-D1x being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the EX-Z450 matches up vs the R-D1x when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Epson R-D1x Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z450 & Epson R-D1x. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z450 Gallery & Epson R-D1x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z450 over the Epson R-D1x
EX-Z450 | R-D1x | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Casio EX-Z450
R-D1x | EX-Z450 | |||
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Display resolution | 235k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+5k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z450 and Epson R-D1x
EX-Z450 | R-D1x | |||
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Released | August 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Similar age |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-Z450 vs Epson R-D1x Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Casio EX-Z450 has exterior dimensions of 81mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Epson R-D1x has sizing of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs).
Examine the Casio EX-Z450 versus Epson R-D1x in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the EX-Z450 vs the R-D1x.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z450 and R-D1x is 96 and 75 respectively.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Epson R-D1x Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-Z450 and R-D1x.
Clearly, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The EX-Z450 having a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Casio EX-Z450 will give you more detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively.

Casio EX-Z450 vs Epson R-D1x Screen and ViewFinder


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Casio EX-Z450 vs Epson R-D1x Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Epson R-D1x | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Casio | Epson |
Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z450 | Epson R-D1x |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2009-08-18 | 2009-02-27 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.7 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 369.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 6 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3008 x 2000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Leica M |
Lens focal range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/2.6-5.8 | - |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 59 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.5" |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 235k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (rangefinder) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1/2 secs | 1 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (15 fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | None |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 128 gr (0.28 lb) | 620 gr (1.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 81 x 56 x 21mm (3.2" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NP-40 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) | No |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $229 | $1,709 |