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Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-A1

Portability
75
Imaging
44
Features
20
Overall
34
Epson R-D1 front
 
Fujifilm X-A1 front
Portability
87
Imaging
58
Features
61
Overall
59

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-A1 Key Specs

Epson R-D1
(Full Review)
  • 6MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 1600
  • No Video
  • Leica M Mount
  • 620g - 142 x 89 x 40mm
  • Announced March 2004
  • Refreshed by Epson R-D1x
Fujifilm X-A1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 200 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 330g - 117 x 67 x 39mm
  • Released November 2013
  • Successor is Fujifilm X-A2
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Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-A1 Overview

Lets look more closely at the Epson R-D1 versus Fujifilm X-A1, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Epson and FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The R-D1 was released 10 years before the Fujifilm X-A1 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a simple summary of how the R-D1 matches up vs the Fujifilm X-A1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1 over the Fujifilm X-A1

 R-D1 Fujifilm X-A1 

Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A1 over the Epson R-D1

 Fujifilm X-A1 R-D1 
ReleasedNovember 2013March 2004More modern by 118 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen dimension3"2"Bigger screen (+1")
Screen resolution920k235kClearer screen (+685k dot)

Common features in the Epson R-D1 and Fujifilm X-A1

 R-D1 Fujifilm X-A1 
Focus manually Dial precise focusing
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither features Touch friendly screen

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-A1 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Epson R-D1 enjoys outside 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) whilst the Fujifilm X-A1 has dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Analyze the Epson R-D1 versus Fujifilm X-A1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the R-D1 vs the Fujifilm X-A1.

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-A1 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the R-D1 and Fujifilm X-A1 is 75 and 87 respectively.

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-A1 top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-A1 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking specs. The image here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the R-D1 and Fujifilm X-A1.

As you can plainly see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Fujifilm X-A1 to give more detail as a result of its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged R-D1 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-A1 sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-A1 Screen and ViewFinder

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-A1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Epson R-D1 Portrait photography highlights
Fujifilm X-A1 Portrait photography highlights
50
manual focus
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
does not have liveview
low resolution sensor (6MP)
74
you can focus manually
good megapixels (16MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
features face detect autofocus
exports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Epson R-D1
Street photography with Fujifilm X-A1
55
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
heavier than competitors in class (620g)
76
screen tilts
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Epson R-D1 Sports photography advice
Fujifilm X-A1 Sports photography advice
30
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
does not have liveview
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
low resolution sensor (6MP)
has no phase detect auto focus
54
good megapixels (16MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
features tracking focus
max fps very slow (6.0 fps)
does not have image stabilization
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Epson R-D1 as a Travel photography camera
Fujifilm X-A1 as a Travel photography camera
38
lack of Time Lapse mode
heavier than competitors in class (620 grams)
low resolution sensor (6 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
66
good megapixels (16MP)
has built in flash
does not have Time Lapse function
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Epson R-D1 Landscape photography info
Fujifilm X-A1 Landscape photography info
47
manual focus
swap lenses (Leica M mount)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
tiny screen (2 inch)
does not have liveview
does not have image stabilization
low resolution sensor (6 megapixels)
lack of Time Lapse mode
69
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
nice screen size (3 inch)
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Epson R-D1
Vlogging with Fujifilm X-A1
9
can't shoot video
31
features face detect autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
does not have mic jack
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Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-A1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1 and Fujifilm X-A1
 Epson R-D1Fujifilm X-A1
General Information
Company Epson FujiFilm
Model type Epson R-D1 Fujifilm X-A1
Type Advanced Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Announced 2004-03-11 2013-11-30
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor - EXR Processor II
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.7 x 15.6mm 23.6 x 15.6mm
Sensor surface area 369.7mm² 368.2mm²
Sensor resolution 6 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 3008 x 2000 4896 x 3264
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Min native ISO 200 200
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points - 49
Lens
Lens mount type Leica M Fujifilm X
Available lenses 59 54
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Tilting
Display diagonal 2" 3"
Display resolution 235k dot 920k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (rangefinder) None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1s 30s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shooting speed - 6.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 7.00 m (ISO200m)
Flash modes - Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Highest flash sync - 1/180s
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions - 1920 x 1080 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 14 min./1280 x 720 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 27 min.
Maximum video resolution None 1920x1080
Video format - H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 620 grams (1.37 lb) 330 grams (0.73 lb)
Dimensions 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 350 photographs
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery ID - NP-W126
Self timer No Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD card SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card
Storage slots One One
Pricing at launch $1,709 $329