Epson R-D1 vs Leica M9-P
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44 Features
20 Overall
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![Epson R-D1 front Epson R-D1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Epson-R-D1/Epson-R-D1-front.jpg)
![Leica M9-P front Leica M9-P front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Leica_M9-P_1.jpg)
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64 Features
30 Overall
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Epson R-D1 vs Leica M9-P Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 1600
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 620g - 142 x 89 x 40mm
- Introduced March 2004
- Updated by Epson R-D1x
(Full Review)
- 18MP - Full frame Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 2500
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 600g - 139 x 80 x 37mm
- Revealed June 2011
- Previous Model is Leica M9
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Epson R-D1 vs Leica M9-P Overview
Let's look a little more in depth at the Epson R-D1 versus Leica M9-P, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Epson and Leica. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and M9-P (18MP) and the R-D1 (APS-C) and M9-P (Full frame) have different sensor size.
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The R-D1 was released 8 years prior to the M9-P which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the R-D1 grades versus the M9-P when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Epson R-D1 vs Leica M9-P Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Epson R-D1 and Leica M9-P. The complete galleries are available at Epson R-D1 Gallery and Leica M9-P Gallery.
Reasons to pick Epson R-D1 over the Leica M9-P
R-D1 | M9-P | |||
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Display resolution | 235k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+5k dot) |
Reasons to pick Leica M9-P over the Epson R-D1
M9-P | R-D1 | |||
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Revealed | June 2011 | ![]() | March 2004 | Newer by 88 months |
Display size | 2.5" | ![]() | 2" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Epson R-D1 and Leica M9-P
R-D1 | M9-P | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Epson R-D1 vs Leica M9-P Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Epson R-D1 enjoys exterior dimensions of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) whilst the Leica M9-P has measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") having a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs).
Check the Epson R-D1 versus Leica M9-P in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the R-D1 against the M9-P.
![Epson R-D1 vs Leica M9-P size comparison Epson R-D1 vs Leica M9-P size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Epson-R-D1-vs-Leica-M9-P-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability score of the R-D1 and M9-P is 75 and 78 respectively.
![Epson R-D1 vs Leica M9-P top view buttons comparison Epson R-D1 vs Leica M9-P top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Epson-R-D1-vs-Leica-M9-P-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Epson R-D1 vs Leica M9-P Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions purely by researching technical specs. The pic below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the R-D1 and M9-P.
As you can tell, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The R-D1 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the Leica M9-P will render extra detail as a result of its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged R-D1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
![Epson R-D1 vs Leica M9-P sensor size comparison Epson R-D1 vs Leica M9-P sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Epson-R-D1-vs-Leica-M9-P-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Epson R-D1 vs Leica M9-P Screen and ViewFinder
![Epson R-D1 vs Leica M9-P Screen and Viewfinder comparison Epson R-D1 vs Leica M9-P Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Epson-R-D1-vs-Leica-M9-P-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Epson R-D1 vs Leica M9-P Specifications
Epson R-D1 | Leica M9-P | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Epson | Leica |
Model type | Epson R-D1 | Leica M9-P |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2004-03-11 | 2011-06-21 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 23.7 x 15.6mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.7mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Max resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 5212 x 3472 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 2500 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | Leica M | Leica M |
Amount of lenses | 59 | 59 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2 inches | 2.5 inches |
Resolution of screen | 235 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | Optical (rangefinder) |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.68x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1 seconds | 4 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | - | Front Curtain, Rear Curtain, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Max video resolution | None | None |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 620 gr (1.37 lb) | 600 gr (1.32 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") | 139 x 80 x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 68 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 854 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 350 shots |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | No | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD card | SD/SDHC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $1,709 | $7,995 |