Epson R-D1 vs Nikon L26
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Epson R-D1 vs Nikon L26 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
- Launched March 2004
- Successor is Epson R-D1x
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 60 x 29mm
- Introduced February 2012
Epson R-D1 vs Nikon L26 Overview
Here, we are matching up the Epson R-D1 and Nikon L26, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Epson and Nikon. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and L26 (16MP) and the R-D1 (APS-C) and L26 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor measurements.
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe R-D1 was brought out 9 years earlier than the L26 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Epson R-D1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon L26 being a Compact camera.
Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the R-D1 scores vs the L26 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Epson R-D1 vs Nikon L26 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Epson R-D1 and Nikon Coolpix L26. The entire galleries are provided at Epson R-D1 Gallery and Nikon L26 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Epson R-D1 over the Nikon L26
R-D1 | L26 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focusing | |||
Display resolution | 235k | 230k | Clearer display (+5k dot) |
Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Epson R-D1
L26 | R-D1 | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | March 2004 | More recent by 96 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2" | Larger display (+1") |
Common features in the Epson R-D1 and Nikon L26
R-D1 | L26 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Epson R-D1 vs Nikon L26 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Epson R-D1 provides physical dimensions of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) while the Nikon L26 has specifications of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Look at the Epson R-D1 and Nikon L26 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the R-D1 against the L26.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the R-D1 and L26 is 75 and 93 respectively.
Epson R-D1 vs Nikon L26 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to see the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading through specifications. The graphic underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the R-D1 and L26.
To sum up, both cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The R-D1 due to its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Nikon L26 will give you extra detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older R-D1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
Epson R-D1 vs Nikon L26 Screen and ViewFinder
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Epson R-D1 vs Nikon L26 Specifications
Epson R-D1 | Nikon Coolpix L26 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Epson | Nikon |
Model | Epson R-D1 | Nikon Coolpix L26 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2004-03-11 | 2012-02-01 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.7 x 15.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Leica M | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | - | 10cm |
Available lenses | 59 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 235k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (rangefinder) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 620 gr (1.37 lb) | 164 gr (0.36 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 200 photographs |
Form of battery | - | AA |
Battery model | - | 2 x AA |
Self timer | No | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $1,709 | $70 |