Epson R-D1 vs Leica TL2

Below is a complete review of the Epson R-D1 versus Leica TL2, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Epson and Leica. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and TL2 (24MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The R-D1 was introduced 14 years before the TL2 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the R-D1 grades against the TL2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Epson R-D1 & Leica TL2. The whole galleries are viewable at Epson R-D1 Gallery & Leica TL2 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Epson R-D1 has got physical measurements of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) whilst the Leica TL2 has proportions of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the R-D1 versus the TL2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the R-D1 and TL2 is 75 and 85 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor measurements just by going through specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the R-D1 and TL2.

All in all, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can count on the Leica TL2 to provide greater detail using its extra 18MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older R-D1 will be behind in sensor tech.