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Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-E2S

Portability
75
Imaging
43
Features
20
Overall
33
Epson R-D1 front
 
Fujifilm X-E2S front
Portability
85
Imaging
59
Features
75
Overall
65

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-E2S 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
  • Launched March 2004
  • Later Model is Epson R-D1x
Fujifilm X-E2S
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 6400 (Increase to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
  • Introduced January 2016
  • Earlier Model is Fujifilm X-E2
  • Replacement is Fujifilm X-E3
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Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-E2S Overview

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Epson R-D1 and Fujifilm X-E2S, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Epson and FujiFilm. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The R-D1 was brought out 13 years earlier than the Fujifilm X-E2S and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief overview of how the R-D1 scores vs the Fujifilm X-E2S in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1 over the Fujifilm X-E2S

 R-D1 Fujifilm X-E2S 

Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2S over the Epson R-D1

 Fujifilm X-E2S R-D1 
IntroducedJanuary 2016March 2004More recent by 144 months
Screen dimensions3"2"Bigger screen (+1")
Screen resolution1040k235kSharper screen (+805k dot)

Common features in the Epson R-D1 and Fujifilm X-E2S

 R-D1 Fujifilm X-E2S 
Manually focus Dial accurate focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch screen Absent Touch screen

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-E2S Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Epson R-D1 comes with 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) while the Fujifilm X-E2S has specifications of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Check the Epson R-D1 and Fujifilm X-E2S in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the R-D1 compared to the Fujifilm X-E2S.

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-E2S size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the R-D1 and Fujifilm X-E2S is 75 and 85 respectively.

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-E2S top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-E2S Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by going through technical specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the R-D1 and Fujifilm X-E2S.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Fujifilm X-E2S to show greater detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older R-D1 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-E2S sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-E2S Screen and ViewFinder

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-E2S Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Epson R-D1 as a Portrait photography camera
Fujifilm X-E2S as a Portrait photography camera
49
manual focus
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
no liveview
MP count low (6MP)
75
manual focus
decent MP (16MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports face detect focusing
supports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Epson R-D1 as a Street photography camera
Fujifilm X-E2S as a Street photography camera
55
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
fixed screen
no image stabilization
more heavy than competition in class (620 grams)
66
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Epson R-D1
Sports photography with Fujifilm X-E2S
29
sensor size is good (APS-C)
no liveview
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
MP count low (6 megapixels)
lacks phase detect autofocus
69
decent MP (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports tracking focus
sensor has phase detect AF
does not have image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Epson R-D1 Travel photography information
Fujifilm X-E2S Travel photography information
38
doesn't have Timelapse mode
more heavy than competition in class (620 grams)
MP count low (6 megapixels)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
72
decent MP (16MP)
flash built-in
does not feature selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Epson R-D1 Landscape photography information
Fujifilm X-E2S Landscape photography information
46
manual focus
change lenses (Leica M mount)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
screen is somewhat small (2 inches)
no liveview
no image stabilization
MP count low (6MP)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
75
manual focus
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is decent (3")
decent MP (16MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
doesnt have low pass filter
supports RAW files
does not have image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Epson R-D1
Vlogging with Fujifilm X-E2S
9
can't shoot video
34
supports face detect focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
includes mic port
does not feature selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
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Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-E2S Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1 and Fujifilm X-E2S
 Epson R-D1Fujifilm X-E2S
General Information
Manufacturer Epson FujiFilm
Model Epson R-D1 Fujifilm X-E2S
Type Advanced Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Launched 2004-03-11 2016-01-15
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor - 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 surface area 369.7mm² 368.2mm²
Sensor resolution 6MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 3008 x 2000 4896 x 3264
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Max enhanced ISO - 51200
Minimum native ISO 200 200
RAW format
Minimum enhanced ISO - 100
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points - 77
Lens
Lens mount Leica M Fujifilm X
Available lenses 59 54
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2" 3"
Resolution of screen 235k dot 1,040k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (rangefinder) Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 2,360k dot
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.62x
Features
Min shutter speed 1 secs 30 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 7.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range no built-in flash 7.00 m (@ ISO 200)
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain, Commander
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Max flash sync - 1/180 secs
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions - 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p)
Max video resolution None 1920x1080
Video data 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
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 620 gr (1.37 pounds) 350 gr (0.77 pounds)
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 Overall 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 images
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-W126
Self timer No Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD card SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Price at release $1,709 $599