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Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-M1

Portability
75
Imaging
43
Features
20
Overall
33
Epson R-D1 front
 
Fujifilm X-M1 front
Portability
87
Imaging
58
Features
63
Overall
60

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-M1 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-M1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 200 - 6400
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 330g - 117 x 67 x 39mm
  • Introduced September 2013
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Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-M1 Overview

Its time to look closer at the Epson R-D1 versus Fujifilm X-M1, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Epson and FujiFilm. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The R-D1 was brought out 10 years prior to the Fujifilm X-M1 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the R-D1 matches up against the Fujifilm X-M1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1 over the Fujifilm X-M1

 R-D1 Fujifilm X-M1 

Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-M1 over the Epson R-D1

 Fujifilm X-M1 R-D1 
IntroducedSeptember 2013March 2004More recent by 115 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display dimension3"2"Larger display (+1")
Display resolution920k235kCrisper display (+685k dot)

Common features in the Epson R-D1 and Fujifilm X-M1

 R-D1 Fujifilm X-M1 
Manually focus Dial exact focusing
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch display Neither includes Touch display

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-M1 Physical Comparison

In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you need to think about its weight and size. The Epson R-D1 features physical measurements of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) while the Fujifilm X-M1 has specifications of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Take a look at the Epson R-D1 versus Fujifilm X-M1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the R-D1 and the Fujifilm X-M1.

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-M1 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R-D1 and Fujifilm X-M1 is 75 and 87 respectively.

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-M1 top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-M1 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements only by looking at specifications. The visual below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the R-D1 and Fujifilm X-M1.

Plainly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Fujifilm X-M1 to give you more detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images much more aggressively. The older R-D1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-M1 sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-M1 Screen and ViewFinder

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-M1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Epson R-D1 Portrait photography info
Fujifilm X-M1 Portrait photography info
49
has manual focus
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
doesn't have liveview
sensor resolution low (6MP)
74
you can focus manually
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
has face detect focus
exports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Epson R-D1 Street photography features
Fujifilm X-M1 Street photography features
55
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
more heavy than competition in class (620 grams)
76
tilting screen
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW files
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Epson R-D1 Sports photography highlights
Fujifilm X-M1 Sports photography highlights
29
sensor size is good (APS-C)
doesn't have liveview
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (6MP)
has no phase detect auto focus
54
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
has tracking focus
very slow continuous shooting (6.0 frames per second)
lack of image stabilization
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Epson R-D1 Travel photography info
Fujifilm X-M1 Travel photography info
38
lack of Timelapse function
more heavy than competition in class (620 grams)
sensor resolution low (6 megapixels)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
66
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
does not have Timelapse mode
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Epson R-D1
Landscape photography with Fujifilm X-M1
46
has manual focus
switch lenses (Leica M mount)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
screen is somewhat small (2")
doesn't have liveview
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (6MP)
lack of Timelapse function
70
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
good sized screen (3")
good megapixels (16MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
doesnt have low pass filter
exports RAW files
lack of image stabilization
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Epson R-D1 Vlogging info
Fujifilm X-M1 Vlogging info
9
no video
31
has face detect focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
does not have microphone socket
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Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-M1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1 and Fujifilm X-M1
 Epson R-D1Fujifilm X-M1
General Information
Company Epson FujiFilm
Model Epson R-D1 Fujifilm X-M1
Type Advanced Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Announced 2004-03-11 2013-09-17
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - EXR Processor II
Sensor type CCD CMOS X-TRANS I
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 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
Maximum resolution 3008 x 2000 4896 x 3264
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Min native ISO 200 200
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points - 49
Lens
Lens mount Leica M Fujifilm X
Total lenses 59 54
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Tilting
Display sizing 2 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 235k dots 920k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display tech - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (rangefinder) None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1s 30s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shooting rate - 6.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash 7.00 m (ISO200m)
Flash modes - Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Highest flash synchronize - 1/180s
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported 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 data format - H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 620g (1.37 pounds) 330g (0.73 pounds)
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 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 photos
Battery type - Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-W126
Self timer No Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD card SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card
Card slots Single Single
Retail pricing $1,709 $399