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Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-T3

Portability
75
Imaging
44
Features
20
Overall
34
Epson R-D1 front
 
Fujifilm X-T3 front
Portability
71
Imaging
70
Features
88
Overall
77

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-T3 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
  • Updated by Epson R-D1x
Fujifilm X-T3
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 160 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 539g - 133 x 93 x 59mm
  • Announced September 2018
  • Previous Model is Fujifilm X-T2
  • Newer Model is Fujifilm X-T4
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Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-T3 Overview

Here, we will be reviewing the Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-T3, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Epson and FujiFilm. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and Fujifilm X-T3 (26MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The R-D1 was announced 15 years prior to the Fujifilm X-T3 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Epson R-D1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Fujifilm X-T3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick summary of how the R-D1 grades versus the Fujifilm X-T3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1 over the Fujifilm X-T3

 R-D1 Fujifilm X-T3 

Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T3 over the Epson R-D1

 Fujifilm X-T3 R-D1 
AnnouncedSeptember 2018March 2004Newer by 176 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen size3"2"Bigger screen (+1")
Screen resolution1040k235kClearer screen (+805k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Epson R-D1 and Fujifilm X-T3

 R-D1 Fujifilm X-T3 
Manually focus Very precise focus
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-T3 Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Epson R-D1 comes with 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) whilst the Fujifilm X-T3 has dimensions of 133mm x 93mm x 59mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.3") and a weight of 539 grams (1.19 lbs).

Contrast the Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-T3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the R-D1 versus the Fujifilm X-T3.

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-T3 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R-D1 and Fujifilm X-T3 is 75 and 71 respectively.

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-T3 top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-T3 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by looking through technical specs. The pic here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the R-D1 and Fujifilm X-T3.

As you can tell, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Fujifilm X-T3 to provide you with extra detail with its extra 20 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged R-D1 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-T3 sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-T3 Screen and ViewFinder

Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-T3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Epson R-D1
Portrait photography with Fujifilm X-T3
50
manual focus
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
no liveview
megapixel count low (6MP)
82
you can focus manually
excellent megapixels (26 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
comes with face detect autofocus
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Epson R-D1 Street photography info
Fujifilm X-T3 Street photography info
55
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
more heavy than competition in class (620 grams)
75
screen tilts up and down
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
features touch to focus
weather proof
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Epson R-D1 Sports photography details
Fujifilm X-T3 Sports photography details
30
sensor size is good (APS-C)
no liveview
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (6MP)
does not have phase detect AF
79
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
silent mode (1/32,000s)
max frames per second high (20.0 frames/s)
excellent megapixels (26MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
comes with tracking focus
weather proof
supports phase detect autofocus
does not have image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Epson R-D1 Travel photography highlights
Fujifilm X-T3 Travel photography highlights
38
does not have Timelapse recording
more heavy than competition in class (620 grams)
megapixel count low (6MP)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
74
weather proof
connects via bluetooth
features touch to focus
excellent megapixels (26MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Epson R-D1 Landscape photography details
Fujifilm X-T3 Landscape photography details
47
manual focus
change lenses (Leica M mount)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
small screen (2 inch)
no liveview
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (6MP)
does not have Timelapse recording
80
you can focus manually
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
excellent megapixels (26MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
doesnt have low pass filter
delivers RAW formats
weather proof
has double storage slots
does not have image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Epson R-D1 Vlogging advice
Fujifilm X-T3 Vlogging advice
9
no video
34
touchscreen enabled
comes with face detect autofocus
video res high (4096 x 2160 pxls)
comes with microphone port
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
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Epson R-D1 vs Fujifilm X-T3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1 and Fujifilm X-T3
 Epson R-D1Fujifilm X-T3
General Information
Manufacturer Epson FujiFilm
Model type Epson R-D1 Fujifilm X-T3
Category Advanced Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Launched 2004-03-11 2018-09-06
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless SLR-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 6 megapixel 26 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 3008 x 2000 6240 x 4160
Maximum native ISO 1600 12800
Maximum enhanced ISO - 51200
Min native ISO 200 160
RAW photos
Min enhanced ISO - 80
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points - 425
Lens
Lens support Leica M Fujifilm X
Available lenses 59 54
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Tilting
Screen diagonal 2 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 235k dot 1,040k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (rangefinder) Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 3,690k dot
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.75x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 1 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Fastest silent shutter speed - 1/32000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed - 20.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash modes - no built-in flash
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash sync - 1/250 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions - 4096x2160 (60p/50p/30p/25p/24p/23.98p)
Maximum video resolution None 4096x2160
Video format - MPEG-4, H.264, H.265
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 620 grams (1.37 pounds) 539 grams (1.19 pounds)
Physical dimensions 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") 133 x 93 x 59mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 2.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 life - 390 shots
Battery form - Battery Pack
Battery ID - NP-W126S
Self timer No Yes
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD card -
Storage slots One 2
Launch price $1,709 $1,500