Epson R-D1 vs Nikon 1 J5
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Epson R-D1 vs Nikon 1 J5 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
- Introduced March 2004
- Renewed by Epson R-D1x
(Full Review)
- 21MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 160 - 12800
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 231g - 98 x 60 x 32mm
- Released April 2015
- Older Model is Nikon 1 J4

Epson R-D1 vs Nikon 1 J5 Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Epson R-D1 vs Nikon 1 J5, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Epson and Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and 1 J5 (21MP) and the R-D1 (APS-C) and 1 J5 (1") provide totally different sensor measurements.

The R-D1 was unveiled 12 years earlier than the 1 J5 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the R-D1 scores against the 1 J5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Epson R-D1 vs Nikon 1 J5 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Epson R-D1 & Nikon 1 J5. The full galleries are viewable at Epson R-D1 Gallery & Nikon 1 J5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Epson R-D1 over the Nikon 1 J5
R-D1 | 1 J5 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J5 over the Epson R-D1
1 J5 | R-D1 | |||
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Released | April 2015 | ![]() | March 2004 | Fresher by 134 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2" | Larger display (+1") |
Display resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 235k | Clearer display (+802k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Epson R-D1 and Nikon 1 J5
R-D1 | 1 J5 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus |
Epson R-D1 vs Nikon 1 J5 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Epson R-D1 features outside dimensions of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) and the Nikon 1 J5 has sizing of 98mm x 60mm x 32mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).
Examine the Epson R-D1 vs Nikon 1 J5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the R-D1 and the 1 J5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the R-D1 and 1 J5 is 75 and 91 respectively.

Epson R-D1 vs Nikon 1 J5 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The graphic here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the R-D1 and 1 J5.
To sum up, the two cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The R-D1 using its larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Nikon 1 J5 will give greater detail having an extra 15MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older R-D1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Epson R-D1 vs Nikon 1 J5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Epson R-D1 vs Nikon 1 J5 Specifications
Epson R-D1 | Nikon 1 J5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Epson | Nikon |
Model | Epson R-D1 | Nikon 1 J5 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2004-03-11 | 2015-04-03 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Expeed 5A |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.7 x 15.6mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.7mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6MP | 21MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 5568 x 3712 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 160 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 171 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Leica M | Nikon 1 |
Amount of lenses | 59 | 13 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 2 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 235k dots | 1,037k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 20.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.00 m (ISO 100) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, auto + red-eye reduction, fill-flash, fill-flash w/slow sync, rear curtain sync, rear curtain w/slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 4K (15p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (120p/60p/30p) |
Highest video resolution | None | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 620 grams (1.37 lb) | 231 grams (0.51 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") | 98 x 60 x 32mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 65 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.0 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 479 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 250 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | EN-EL24 |
Self timer | No | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD card | microSD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $1,709 | $497 |