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Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro3

Portability
75
Imaging
44
Features
20
Overall
34
Epson R-D1 front
 
Fujifilm X-Pro3 front
Portability
78
Imaging
71
Features
81
Overall
75

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro3 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
  • Refreshed by Epson R-D1x
Fujifilm X-Pro3
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Bump to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 497g - 141 x 83 x 46mm
  • Introduced October 2019
  • Replaced the Fujifilm X-Pro2
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Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro3 Overview

In this article, we are matching up the Epson R-D1 versus Fujifilm X-Pro3, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Epson and FujiFilm. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and Fujifilm X-Pro3 (26MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

Photography Glossary

The R-D1 was revealed 16 years prior to the Fujifilm X-Pro3 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a short summation of how the R-D1 matches up against the Fujifilm X-Pro3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1 over the Fujifilm X-Pro3

 R-D1 Fujifilm X-Pro3 

Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-Pro3 over the Epson R-D1

 Fujifilm X-Pro3 R-D1 
IntroducedOctober 2019March 2004More modern by 190 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display sizing3"2"Larger display (+1")
Display resolution1620k235kClearer display (+1385k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Epson R-D1 and Fujifilm X-Pro3

 R-D1 Fujifilm X-Pro3 
Focus manually More accurate focus
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro3 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Epson R-D1 offers external measurements 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-Pro3 has proportions of 141mm x 83mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 1.8") with a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs).

Examine the Epson R-D1 versus Fujifilm X-Pro3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the R-D1 and the Fujifilm X-Pro3.

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro3 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R-D1 and Fujifilm X-Pro3 is 75 and 78 respectively.

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro3 top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro3 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, its tough to see the gap in sensor sizes only by researching specifications. The picture here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the R-D1 and Fujifilm X-Pro3.

Plainly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Fujifilm X-Pro3 to render extra detail because of its extra 20MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged R-D1 will be behind in sensor innovation.

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro3 sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro3 Screen and ViewFinder

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Epson R-D1 Portrait photography features
Fujifilm X-Pro3 Portrait photography features
50
manual focus
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
doesn't have liveview
low MP (6 megapixels)
82
manual focus
MP count fantastic (26 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports face detect focusing
exports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Epson R-D1 Street photography details
Fujifilm X-Pro3 Street photography details
55
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
heavier than competition (620 grams)
78
has a tilting screen
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
has touch focus
weather proof
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Epson R-D1 Sports photography features
Fujifilm X-Pro3 Sports photography features
30
sensor size is good (APS-C)
doesn't have liveview
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
low MP (6MP)
lacks phase detect autofocus
79
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
silent shutter (1/32,000 seconds)
fast shooting (20.0 frames per second)
MP count fantastic (26MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports tracking focus
weather proof
has phase detect AF
lack of image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Epson R-D1
Travel photography with Fujifilm X-Pro3
38
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition (620 grams)
low MP (6MP)
display is not selfie friendly
77
weather proof
has bluetooth
has touch focus
MP count fantastic (26MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Epson R-D1 Landscape photography advice
Fujifilm X-Pro3 Landscape photography advice
47
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Leica M mount)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
small screen (2")
doesn't have liveview
lack of image stabilization
low MP (6 megapixels)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
81
manual focus
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
nice screen size (3")
MP count fantastic (26 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
does not have anti aliasing filter
exports RAW formats
weather proof
two card slots
lack of image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Epson R-D1 Vlogging details
Fujifilm X-Pro3 Vlogging details
9
no video
36
screen is touchscreen
supports face detect focusing
video res high (4096 x 2160 pixels)
has microphone socket
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
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Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-Pro3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1 and Fujifilm X-Pro3
 Epson R-D1Fujifilm X-Pro3
General Information
Brand Epson FujiFilm
Model type Epson R-D1 Fujifilm X-Pro3
Class Advanced Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Launched 2004-03-11 2019-10-23
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor - X-Processor 4
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.7 x 15.6mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 369.7mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 6MP 26MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2
Full resolution 3008 x 2000 6240 x 4160
Max native ISO 1600 12800
Max boosted ISO - 51200
Minimum native ISO 200 160
RAW images
Minimum boosted ISO - 80
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points - 425
Lens
Lens support Leica M Fujifilm X
Available lenses 59 54
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Tilting
Screen size 2 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 235k dots 1,620k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (rangefinder) Electronic and Optical (tunnel)
Viewfinder resolution - 3,690k dots
Viewfinder coverage - 95 percent
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1 seconds 30 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Highest silent shutter speed - 1/32000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate - 20.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash options - no built-in flash
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions - 4096 x 2160 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Max video resolution None 4096x2160
Video format - MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 620g (1.37 pounds) 497g (1.10 pounds)
Dimensions 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") 141 x 83 x 46mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 1.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID - NP-W126
Self timer No Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD card Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II support)
Card slots 1 Dual
Launch price $1,709 $2,000