Epson R-D1 vs Leica TL2
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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 TL2 front Leica TL2 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Leica-TL2.jpg)
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68 Features
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Epson R-D1 vs Leica TL2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 1600
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 620g - 142 x 89 x 40mm
- Announced March 2004
- Refreshed by Epson R-D1x
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 50000
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 399g - 134 x 69 x 33mm
- Revealed July 2017
- Superseded the Leica TL
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Epson R-D1 vs Leica TL2 Overview
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.
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Epson R-D1 vs Leica TL2 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Epson R-D1 over the Leica TL2
R-D1 | TL2 |
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Reasons to pick Leica TL2 over the Epson R-D1
TL2 | R-D1 | |||
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Revealed | July 2017 | ![]() | March 2004 | More recent by 162 months |
Screen dimension | 3.7" | ![]() | 2" | Bigger screen (+1.7") |
Screen resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 235k | Clearer screen (+995k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Epson R-D1 and Leica TL2
R-D1 | TL2 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Epson R-D1 vs Leica TL2 Physical Comparison
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).
Look at the Epson R-D1 versus Leica TL2 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Epson R-D1 vs Leica TL2 size comparison Epson R-D1 vs Leica TL2 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Epson-R-D1-vs-Leica-TL2-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the R-D1 and TL2 is 75 and 85 respectively.
![Epson R-D1 vs Leica TL2 top view buttons comparison Epson R-D1 vs Leica TL2 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Epson-R-D1-vs-Leica-TL2-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Epson R-D1 vs Leica TL2 Sensor Comparison
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.
![Epson R-D1 vs Leica TL2 sensor size comparison Epson R-D1 vs Leica TL2 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Epson-R-D1-vs-Leica-TL2-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Epson R-D1 vs Leica TL2 Screen and ViewFinder
![Epson R-D1 vs Leica TL2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Epson R-D1 vs Leica TL2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Epson-R-D1-vs-Leica-TL2-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 TL2 Specifications
Epson R-D1 | Leica TL2 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Epson | Leica |
Model type | Epson R-D1 | Leica TL2 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Announced | 2004-03-11 | 2017-07-10 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.7 x 15.6mm | 23.6 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 369.7mm² | 370.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Full resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 6016 x 4014 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 50000 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Leica M | Leica L |
Available lenses | 59 | 4 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2 inches | 3.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 235k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (rangefinder) | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | - | 1/40000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | - | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Max video resolution | None | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 620 grams (1.37 pounds) | 399 grams (0.88 pounds) |
Dimensions | 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") | 134 x 69 x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") |
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 life | - | 250 pictures |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BP-DC13 |
Self timer | No | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD card | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $1,709 | $2,195 |