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Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-E2

Portability
75
Imaging
44
Features
20
Overall
34
Epson R-D1 front
 
Fujifilm X-E2 front
Portability
85
Imaging
59
Features
73
Overall
64

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-E2 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
  • Successor is Epson R-D1x
Fujifilm X-E2
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
  • Revealed March 2014
  • Previous Model is Fujifilm X-E1
  • Replacement is Fujifilm X-E2S
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Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-E2 Overview

Its time to look more closely at the Epson R-D1 and Fujifilm X-E2, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Epson and FujiFilm. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The R-D1 was unveiled 11 years before the Fujifilm X-E2 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the R-D1 grades against the Fujifilm X-E2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1 over the Fujifilm X-E2

 R-D1 Fujifilm X-E2 

Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2 over the Epson R-D1

 Fujifilm X-E2 R-D1 
RevealedMarch 2014March 2004Newer by 121 months
Screen size3"2"Bigger screen (+1")
Screen resolution1040k235kClearer screen (+805k dot)

Common features in the Epson R-D1 and Fujifilm X-E2

 R-D1 Fujifilm X-E2 
Manually focus Dial precise focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-E2 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Epson R-D1 comes with outside dimensions of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) and the Fujifilm X-E2 has sizing of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Check out the Epson R-D1 and Fujifilm X-E2 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the R-D1 against the Fujifilm X-E2.

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-E2 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R-D1 and Fujifilm X-E2 is 75 and 85 respectively.

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-E2 top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-E2 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through technical specs. The picture below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the R-D1 and Fujifilm X-E2.

As you can tell, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Fujifilm X-E2 to give you greater detail having an extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged R-D1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-E2 sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-E2 Screen and ViewFinder

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-E2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Epson R-D1 as a Portrait photography camera
Fujifilm X-E2 as a Portrait photography camera
50
has manual focus
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW files
no liveview
low MP (6 megapixels)
75
manual focus
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports face detect autofocus
saves RAW files
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Street Comparison

Epson R-D1 Street photography information
Fujifilm X-E2 Street photography information
55
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW files
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
heavier than competitors in class (620g)
66
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW files
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Epson R-D1 Sports photography advice
Fujifilm X-E2 Sports photography advice
30
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
no liveview
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
low MP (6MP)
has no phase detect AF
69
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports tracking focus
comes with phase detect autofocus
does not have image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Epson R-D1 Travel photography highlights
Fujifilm X-E2 Travel photography highlights
38
missing Time Lapse mode
heavier than competitors in class (620g)
low MP (6MP)
does not have a selfie friendly display
72
resolution is good (16MP)
has built in flash
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Epson R-D1 as a Landscape photography camera
Fujifilm X-E2 as a Landscape photography camera
47
has manual focus
switch lenses (Leica M mount)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW files
screen is somewhat small (2 inches)
no liveview
no image stabilization
low MP (6 megapixels)
missing Time Lapse mode
74
manual focus
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen is a good size (3")
resolution is good (16MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW files
does not have image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Epson R-D1
Vlogging with Fujifilm X-E2
9
no video recording
34
supports face detect autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
does have mic port
doesn't feature selfie friendly display
does not have image stabilization
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Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-E2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1 and Fujifilm X-E2
 Epson R-D1Fujifilm X-E2
General Information
Brand Name Epson FujiFilm
Model Epson R-D1 Fujifilm X-E2
Type Advanced Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Announced 2004-03-11 2014-03-05
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - EXR Processor II
Sensor type CCD CMOS X-TRANS II
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.7 x 15.6mm 23.6 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 369.7mm² 368.2mm²
Sensor resolution 6 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 3008 x 2000 4896 x 3264
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Minimum native ISO 200 200
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points - 49
Lens
Lens mount Leica M Fujifilm X
Total lenses 59 54
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 235 thousand dot 1,040 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display technology - TFT color LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (rangefinder) Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 2,360 thousand dot
Viewfinder coverage - 100%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.62x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 1s 30s
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shooting speed - 7.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash 7.00 m (@ ISO 200)
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Maximum 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 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p)
Max video resolution None 1920x1080
Video file format - MPEG-4, H.264
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 620g (1.37 lb) 350g (0.77 lb)
Physical dimensions 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") 129 x 75 x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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
Battery life - 350 shots
Battery form - Battery Pack
Battery model - W126
Self timer No Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD card SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots One One
Retail price $1,709 $450