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Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-A5

Portability
75
Imaging
43
Features
20
Overall
33
Epson R-D1 front
 
Fujifilm X-A5 front
Portability
86
Imaging
68
Features
84
Overall
74

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-A5 Key Specs

Epson R-D1
(Full Review)
  • 6MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 1600
  • No Video
  • Leica M Mount
  • 620g - 142 x 89 x 40mm
  • Announced March 2004
  • Later Model is Epson R-D1x
Fujifilm X-A5
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Bump to 51200)
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 361g - 117 x 68 x 40mm
  • Revealed January 2018
  • Old Model is Fujifilm X-A3
  • Refreshed by Fujifilm X-A7
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Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-A5 Overview

On this page, we are reviewing the Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-A5, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other 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-A5 (24MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The R-D1 was launched 15 years earlier than the Fujifilm X-A5 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the R-D1 grades against the Fujifilm X-A5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1 over the Fujifilm X-A5

 R-D1 Fujifilm X-A5 

Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A5 over the Epson R-D1

 Fujifilm X-A5 R-D1 
RevealedJanuary 2018March 2004More modern by 169 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display dimensions3"2"Larger display (+1")
Display resolution1040k235kSharper display (+805k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Epson R-D1 and Fujifilm X-A5

 R-D1 Fujifilm X-A5 
Focus manually Very accurate focusing

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-A5 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Epson R-D1 provides 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-A5 has dimensions of 117mm x 68mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 361 grams (0.80 lbs).

Check out the Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-A5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the R-D1 versus the Fujifilm X-A5.

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-A5 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the R-D1 and Fujifilm X-A5 is 75 and 86 respectively.

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-A5 top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-A5 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes just by checking technical specs. The pic here might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the R-D1 and Fujifilm X-A5.

As you have seen, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Fujifilm X-A5 to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 18MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged R-D1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-A5 sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-A5 Screen and ViewFinder

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-A5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Epson R-D1 Portrait photography details
Fujifilm X-A5 Portrait photography details
49
you can focus manually
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
doesn't have liveview
sensor resolution low (6MP)
80
manual focus
decent sensor resolution (24MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
provides face detection autofocus
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Epson R-D1 Street photography factors
Fujifilm X-A5 Street photography factors
55
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
heavier than competitors (620 grams)
80
screen tilts
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
comes with focus via touch
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Epson R-D1 Sports photography highlights
Fujifilm X-A5 Sports photography highlights
29
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
doesn't have liveview
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (6MP)
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
71
silent mode (1/32,000 seconds)
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
provides tracking autofocus
better than average battery pack (450 shots)
comes with phase detect autofocus
slow fps (6.0 frames/s)
lack of image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Epson R-D1 Travel photography details
Fujifilm X-A5 Travel photography details
38
does not have Time Lapse mode
heavier than competitors (620 grams)
sensor resolution low (6 megapixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
88
better than average battery pack (450 CIPA)
supports bluetooth
comes with focus via touch
decent sensor resolution (24MP)
has built in flash
selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Epson R-D1
Landscape photography with Fujifilm X-A5
46
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Leica M mount)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
small screen (2")
doesn't have liveview
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (6MP)
does not have Time Lapse mode
79
manual focus
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
better than average battery pack (450 CIPA)
lack of image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Epson R-D1
Vlogging with Fujifilm X-A5
9
can't shoot video
81
selfie friendly display
touchscreen
provides face detection autofocus
video res high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
does have external mic socket
lack of image stabilization
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Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-A5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1 and Fujifilm X-A5
 Epson R-D1Fujifilm X-A5
General Information
Make Epson FujiFilm
Model type Epson R-D1 Fujifilm X-A5
Type Advanced Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Announced 2004-03-11 2018-01-31
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.7 x 15.6mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 369.7mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 6MP 24MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 3008 x 2000 6000 x 4000
Maximum native ISO 1600 12800
Maximum enhanced ISO - 51200
Minimum native ISO 200 200
RAW files
Minimum enhanced ISO - 100
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points - 91
Lens
Lens support Leica M Fujifilm X
Number of lenses 59 54
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Tilting
Screen size 2 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 235k dots 1,040k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (rangefinder) None
Features
Min shutter speed 1 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Max silent shutter speed - 1/32000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate - 6.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 5.70 m (at ISO 200)
Flash options - Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize - 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions - 3840 x 2160 (15p), 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 24, 23.98p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 24p, 23.98p)
Maximum video resolution None 3840x2160
Video data format - MPEG-4, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 620 grams (1.37 lb) 361 grams (0.80 lb)
Physical dimensions 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") 117 x 68 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.6")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 - 450 photographs
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID - NP-W126S
Self timer No Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD card SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported)
Card slots Single Single
Launch cost $1,709 $500