Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-E1

Here is a extensive analysis of the Epson R-D1 and Fujifilm X-E1, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Epson and FujiFilm. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

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The R-D1 was manufactured 10 years earlier than the Fujifilm X-E1 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short view of how the R-D1 scores vs the Fujifilm X-E1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Epson R-D1 & Fujifilm X-E1. The entire galleries are viewable at Epson R-D1 Gallery & Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Epson R-D1 comes with external measurements of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) while the Fujifilm X-E1 has dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the R-D1 against the Fujifilm X-E1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the R-D1 and Fujifilm X-E1 is 75 and 85 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking technical specs. The visual here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the R-D1 and Fujifilm X-E1.

As you can tell, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can expect the Fujifilm X-E1 to give you extra detail due to its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older R-D1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.