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Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro1

Portability
75
Imaging
44
Features
20
Overall
34
Epson R-D1 front
 
Fujifilm X-Pro1 front
Portability
80
Imaging
57
Features
52
Overall
55

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 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
  • Released March 2004
  • Replacement is Epson R-D1x
Fujifilm X-Pro1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400 (Push to 25600)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 450g - 140 x 82 x 43mm
  • Announced June 2012
  • Successor is Fujifilm X-Pro2
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Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 Overview

The following is a complete analysis of the Epson R-D1 versus Fujifilm X-Pro1, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by competitors Epson and FujiFilm. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and Fujifilm X-Pro1 (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The R-D1 was introduced 9 years before the Fujifilm X-Pro1 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the R-D1 grades versus the Fujifilm X-Pro1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1 over the Fujifilm X-Pro1

 R-D1 Fujifilm X-Pro1 

Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-Pro1 over the Epson R-D1

 Fujifilm X-Pro1 R-D1 
AnnouncedJune 2012March 2004Newer by 101 months
Display dimension3"2"Larger display (+1")
Display resolution1230k235kClearer display (+995k dot)

Common features in the Epson R-D1 and Fujifilm X-Pro1

 R-D1 Fujifilm X-Pro1 
Manual focus Dial precise focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly display No Touch friendly display

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 Physical Comparison

For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Epson R-D1 features physical dimensions of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) and the Fujifilm X-Pro1 has measurements of 140mm x 82mm x 43mm (5.5" x 3.2" x 1.7") having a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs).

Examine the Epson R-D1 versus Fujifilm X-Pro1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the R-D1 and the Fujifilm X-Pro1.

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R-D1 and Fujifilm X-Pro1 is 75 and 80 respectively.

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, its difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by viewing a spec sheet. The picture below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the R-D1 and Fujifilm X-Pro1.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Fujifilm X-Pro1 to render extra detail using its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged R-D1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 Screen and ViewFinder

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Epson R-D1 as a Portrait photography camera
Fujifilm X-Pro1 as a Portrait photography camera
50
you can focus manually
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW files
does not have liveview
sensor resolution low (6MP)
74
you can focus manually
MP count good (16 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
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Street Comparison

Epson R-D1 Street photography information
Fujifilm X-Pro1 Street photography information
55
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW files
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
more heavy than competition (620g)
64
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Epson R-D1 Sports photography advice
Fujifilm X-Pro1 Sports photography advice
30
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
does not have liveview
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (6 megapixels)
no phase detect AF
45
MP count good (16 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
continuous shooting slow (6.0 frames per second)
does not have image stabilization
low battery life (300 CIPA)
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Epson R-D1 Travel photography details
Fujifilm X-Pro1 Travel photography details
38
no Timelapse function
more heavy than competition (620g)
sensor resolution low (6MP)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
53
MP count good (16 megapixels)
lack of Time Lapse mode
low battery life (300 per charge)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Epson R-D1
Landscape photography with Fujifilm X-Pro1
47
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Leica M mount)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW files
screen is somewhat small (2 inch)
does not have liveview
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (6 megapixels)
no Timelapse function
65
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3 inch)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
no anti-alias filter
delivers RAW files
does not have image stabilization
low battery life (300 shots)
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Epson R-D1 as a Vlogging camera
Fujifilm X-Pro1 as a Vlogging camera
9
can't record video
26
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
lack of external mic jack
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Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1 and Fujifilm X-Pro1
 Epson R-D1Fujifilm X-Pro1
General Information
Brand Name Epson FujiFilm
Model Epson R-D1 Fujifilm X-Pro1
Class Advanced Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Released 2004-03-11 2012-06-28
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by - EXR Pro
Sensor type CCD CMOS X-TRANS I
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 6MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 3008 x 2000 4896 x 3264
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Highest enhanced ISO - 25600
Minimum native ISO 200 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount Leica M Fujifilm X
Number of lenses 59 54
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2" 3"
Resolution of display 235k dot 1,230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display technology - TFT color LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (rangefinder) Electronic and Optical (tunnel)
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.6x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 1s 30s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter speed - 6.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash sync - 1/180s
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions - 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24 fps)
Highest video resolution None 1920x1080
Video data format - H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
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 620 grams (1.37 pounds) 450 grams (0.99 pounds)
Dimensions 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") 140 x 82 x 43mm (5.5" x 3.2" x 1.7")
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 - 300 photos
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-W126
Self timer No Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD card SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at release $1,709 $1,169