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Casio EX-Z550 vs Epson R-D1x

Portability
95
Imaging
36
Features
25
Overall
31
Casio Exilim EX-Z550 front
 
Epson R-D1x front
Portability
75
Imaging
46
Features
19
Overall
35

Casio EX-Z550 vs Epson R-D1x Key Specs

Casio EX-Z550
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 26-104mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
  • 143g - 99 x 53 x 20mm
  • Revealed January 2010
Epson R-D1x
(Full Review)
  • 6MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 1600
  • No Video
  • Leica M Mount
  • 620g - 142 x 89 x 40mm
  • Announced February 2009
  • Superseded the Epson R-D1
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Epson R-D1x Overview

Here is a in depth analysis of the Casio EX-Z550 vs Epson R-D1x, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Casio and Epson. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and R-D1x (6MP) and the EX-Z550 (1/2.3") and R-D1x (APS-C) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The EX-Z550 was revealed 11 months later than the R-D1x and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-Z550 being a Ultracompact camera and the Epson R-D1x being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the EX-Z550 matches up against the R-D1x in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Epson R-D1x

 EX-Z550 R-D1x 
AnnouncedJanuary 2010February 2009Fresher by 11 months
Screen dimensions2.7"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.2")

Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Casio EX-Z550

 R-D1x EX-Z550 
Screen resolution235k230kCrisper screen (+5k dot)

Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Epson R-D1x

 EX-Z550 R-D1x 
Focus manually Dial precise focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither features Touch friendly screen

Casio EX-Z550 vs Epson R-D1x Physical Comparison

If you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z550 enjoys outer measurements of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") along with a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Epson R-D1x has specifications of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-Z550 vs Epson R-D1x in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the EX-Z550 vs the R-D1x.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Epson R-D1x size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the EX-Z550 and R-D1x is 95 and 75 respectively.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Epson R-D1x top view buttons comparison

Casio EX-Z550 vs Epson R-D1x Sensor Comparison

Often, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by researching specs. The graphic below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z550 and R-D1x.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The EX-Z550 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Casio EX-Z550 will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent EX-Z550 will have a benefit in sensor technology.

Casio EX-Z550 vs Epson R-D1x sensor size comparison

Casio EX-Z550 vs Epson R-D1x Screen and ViewFinder

Casio EX-Z550 vs Epson R-D1x Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Portrait photography factors
Epson R-D1x Portrait photography factors
34
you can focus manually
MP count decent (14MP)
no manual mode
can't use external flash
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
47
manual focus
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
doesn't have liveview
lack of manual mode
sensor resolution low (6MP)
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Street Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Street photography details
Epson R-D1x Street photography details
57
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
56
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
fixed screen
no image stabilization
heavier than competition (620g)
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Sports Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 as a Sports photography camera
Epson R-D1x as a Sports photography camera
38
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14MP)
no shutter priority mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
31
decent sensor size (APS-C)
doesn't have liveview
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (6MP)
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 Travel photography features
Epson R-D1x Travel photography features
65
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
pretty wide (26mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f2.6)
39
does not have Time Lapse function
heavier than competition (620 grams)
sensor resolution low (6MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Casio EX-Z550
Landscape photography with Epson R-D1x
42
you can focus manually
pretty wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
MP count decent (14MP)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.6)
screen is small (2.7")
no manual mode
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse function
45
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Leica M mount)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
screen is small (2.5 inch)
doesn't have liveview
lack of manual mode
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (6 megapixels)
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Casio EX-Z550 as a Vlogging camera
Epson R-D1x as a Vlogging camera
29
pretty wide (26mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish max aperture (f2.6)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video res low (640 x 480 pixels)
doesn't have external mic port
9
no video shooting
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Epson R-D1x Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Casio EX-Z550 and Epson R-D1x
 Casio Exilim EX-Z550Epson R-D1x
General Information
Brand Casio Epson
Model Casio Exilim EX-Z550 Epson R-D1x
Type Ultracompact Advanced Mirrorless
Revealed 2010-01-06 2009-02-27
Physical type Ultracompact 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 area 28.1mm² 369.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 6 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 3008 x 2000
Maximum native ISO 3200 1600
Minimum native ISO 64 200
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens Leica M
Lens focal range 26-104mm (4.0x) -
Max aperture f/2.6-5.9 -
Number of lenses - 59
Focal length multiplier 5.8 1.5
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7" 2.5"
Display resolution 230 thousand dots 235 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Optical (rangefinder)
Features
Minimum shutter speed 4 seconds 1 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range - no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction -
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 × 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 -
Maximum video resolution 640x480 None
Video 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
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 143 gr (0.32 lbs) 620 gr (1.37 lbs)
Physical dimensions 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" 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
Self timer Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) No
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC card
Card slots Single Single
Retail price $149 $1,709