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Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-T1

Portability
75
Imaging
44
Features
20
Overall
34
Epson R-D1 front
 
Fujifilm X-T1 front
Portability
79
Imaging
59
Features
76
Overall
65

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-T1 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
  • Updated by Epson R-D1x
Fujifilm X-T1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 200 - 6400 (Bump to 51200)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 440g - 129 x 90 x 47mm
  • Announced April 2014
  • Replacement is Fujifilm X-T2
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Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-T1 Overview

Let's take a more detailed look at the Epson R-D1 versus Fujifilm X-T1, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by competitors Epson and FujiFilm. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and Fujifilm X-T1 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The R-D1 was unveiled 11 years earlier than the Fujifilm X-T1 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Epson R-D1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Fujifilm X-T1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the R-D1 matches up versus the Fujifilm X-T1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1 over the Fujifilm X-T1

 R-D1 Fujifilm X-T1 

Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T1 over the Epson R-D1

 Fujifilm X-T1 R-D1 
AnnouncedApril 2014March 2004More modern by 122 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen dimensions3"2"Bigger screen (+1")
Screen resolution1040k235kSharper screen (+805k dot)

Common features in the Epson R-D1 and Fujifilm X-T1

 R-D1 Fujifilm X-T1 
Manually focus Very exact focus
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither includes Touch friendly screen

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-T1 Physical Comparison

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Epson R-D1 features exterior 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-T1 has specifications of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") along with a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs).

Compare the Epson R-D1 versus Fujifilm X-T1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the R-D1 compared to the Fujifilm X-T1.

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-T1 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R-D1 and Fujifilm X-T1 is 75 and 79 respectively.

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-T1 top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-T1 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching specs. The picture here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the R-D1 and Fujifilm X-T1.

All in all, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Fujifilm X-T1 to result in extra detail having an extra 10MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged R-D1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-T1 sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-T1 Screen and ViewFinder

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-T1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Epson R-D1
Portrait photography with Fujifilm X-T1
50
you can focus manually
nice sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
no liveview feature
resolution not great (6 megapixels)
75
manual focus
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
has face detection focusing
exports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Epson R-D1 as a Street photography camera
Fujifilm X-T1 as a Street photography camera
55
nice sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
heavier than others in class (620g)
75
screen tilts up and down
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW files
environment proof
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Epson R-D1
Sports photography with Fujifilm X-T1
30
nice sensor size (APS-C)
no liveview feature
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
resolution not great (6 megapixels)
lacks phase detect autofocus
67
quiet shooting (1/32,000s)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
has tracking autofocus
environment proof
has phase detect AF
lack of image stabilization
bad battery power (350 CIPA)
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Travel Comparison

Epson R-D1 Travel photography details
Fujifilm X-T1 Travel photography details
38
does not have Time Lapse mode
heavier than others in class (620g)
resolution not great (6MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
63
environment proof
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
bad battery power (350 per charge)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Epson R-D1
Landscape photography with Fujifilm X-T1
47
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Leica M mount)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
screen is somewhat small (2 inches)
no liveview feature
lack of image stabilization
resolution not great (6MP)
does not have Time Lapse mode
70
manual focus
switch lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3")
megapixel count good (16MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW files
environment proof
lack of image stabilization
bad battery power (350 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Epson R-D1 Vlogging highlights
Fujifilm X-T1 Vlogging highlights
9
can't shoot video
33
has face detection focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
has external mic support
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
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Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-T1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1 and Fujifilm X-T1
 Epson R-D1Fujifilm X-T1
General Information
Brand Name Epson FujiFilm
Model Epson R-D1 Fujifilm X-T1
Class Advanced Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Released 2004-03-11 2014-04-14
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by - 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
Max boosted ISO - 51200
Lowest native ISO 200 200
RAW support
Lowest boosted ISO - 100
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
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
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount Leica M Fujifilm X
Number of lenses 59 54
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Tilting
Display sizing 2 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 235k dots 1,040k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display technology - TFT LCD (RGBW)
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (rangefinder) Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 2,360k dots
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.77x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1s 30s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Highest quiet shutter speed - 1/32000s
Continuous shooting rate - 8.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash 8.00 m (ISO100)
Flash options - Activated when external flash is connected Red-eye removal OFF: Auto / Forced Flash / Slow Synchro / Suppressed Flash / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander Red-eye removal ON: Red-eye Reduction Auto / Red-eye Reduction & Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Red-eye Reduction & Slow Synchro / Red-e
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Highest flash synchronize - 1/180s
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions - 1920 x 1080 (30, 60p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 60p)
Max video resolution None 1920x1080
Video format - H.264
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None Optional
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 620g (1.37 lbs) 440g (0.97 lbs)
Physical dimensions 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") 129 x 90 x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9")
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 images
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-W126
Self timer No Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD card SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II)
Card slots 1 1
Retail price $1,709 $1,300