Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm S1

Let's look a little more closely at the Epson R-D1 versus Fujifilm S1, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Epson and FujiFilm. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and Fujifilm S1 (16MP) and the R-D1 (APS-C) and Fujifilm S1 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor size.

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The R-D1 was revealed 10 years before the Fujifilm S1 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Epson R-D1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Fujifilm S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the R-D1 scores against the Fujifilm S1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Epson R-D1 & Fujifilm FinePix S1. The full galleries are viewable at Epson R-D1 Gallery & Fujifilm S1 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Epson R-D1 features external dimensions of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S1 has measurements of 133mm x 91mm x 110mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs).

Compare the Epson R-D1 versus Fujifilm S1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the R-D1 and the Fujifilm S1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the R-D1 and Fujifilm S1 is 75 and 60 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking a spec sheet. The image below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the R-D1 and Fujifilm S1.

Clearly, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The R-D1 using its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm S1 will resolve more detail because of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged R-D1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.