Epson R-D1 vs Olympus E-P1
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Epson R-D1 vs Olympus E-P1 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)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 355g - 121 x 70 x 36mm
- Announced July 2009
- Renewed by Olympus E-P2

Epson R-D1 vs Olympus E-P1 Overview
Following is a in depth review of the Epson R-D1 vs Olympus E-P1, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Epson and Olympus. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and E-P1 (12MP) and the R-D1 (APS-C) and E-P1 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor size.

The R-D1 was launched 6 years earlier than the E-P1 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short summation of how the R-D1 grades versus the E-P1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Epson R-D1 vs Olympus E-P1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Epson R-D1 & Olympus PEN E-P1. The complete galleries are available at Epson R-D1 Gallery & Olympus E-P1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Epson R-D1 over the Olympus E-P1
R-D1 | E-P1 | |||
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Screen resolution | 235k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+5k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-P1 over the Epson R-D1
E-P1 | R-D1 | |||
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Announced | July 2009 | ![]() | March 2004 | More modern by 65 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2" | Bigger screen (+1") |
Common features in the Epson R-D1 and Olympus E-P1
R-D1 | E-P1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Epson R-D1 vs Olympus E-P1 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Epson R-D1 comes with 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) while the Olympus E-P1 has sizing of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).
Take a look at the Epson R-D1 vs Olympus E-P1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the R-D1 and the E-P1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the R-D1 and E-P1 is 75 and 86 respectively.

Epson R-D1 vs Olympus E-P1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing specs. The picture underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the R-D1 and E-P1.
All in all, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The R-D1 due to its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Olympus E-P1 will result in greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged R-D1 will be behind in sensor technology.

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Epson R-D1 vs Olympus E-P1 Specifications
Epson R-D1 | Olympus PEN E-P1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Epson | Olympus |
Model type | Epson R-D1 | Olympus PEN E-P1 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2004-03-11 | 2009-07-29 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic V |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.7mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 4032 x 3024 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Leica M | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 59 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 235 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | HyperCrystal LCD with AR(Anti-Reflective) coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (rangefinder) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 pounds) | 355 gr (0.78 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") | 121 x 70 x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 55 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 536 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 shots |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BLS-1 |
Self timer | No | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD card | SD/SDHC card |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $1,709 | $182 |