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Epson R-D1 vs Ricoh CX4

Portability
75
Imaging
42
Features
20
Overall
33
Epson R-D1 front
 
Ricoh CX4 front
Portability
92
Imaging
33
Features
34
Overall
33

Epson R-D1 vs Ricoh CX4 Key Specs

Epson R-D1
(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
Ricoh CX4
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
  • 205g - 102 x 59 x 29mm
  • Launched August 2010
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Epson R-D1 vs Ricoh CX4 Overview

Here, we are looking at the Epson R-D1 versus Ricoh CX4, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Epson and Ricoh. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and CX4 (10MP) and the R-D1 (APS-C) and CX4 (1/2.3") provide different sensor size.

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The R-D1 was announced 7 years prior to the CX4 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Epson R-D1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Ricoh CX4 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the R-D1 grades vs the CX4 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1 over the Ricoh CX4

 R-D1 CX4 

Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the Epson R-D1

 CX4 R-D1 
LaunchedAugust 2010March 2004More modern by 78 months
Display size3"2"Larger display (+1")
Display resolution920k235kSharper display (+685k dot)

Common features in the Epson R-D1 and Ricoh CX4

 R-D1 CX4 
Manually focus Very precise focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither provides Touch friendly display

Epson R-D1 vs Ricoh CX4 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Epson R-D1 provides external dimensions of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) and the Ricoh CX4 has dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the R-D1 compared to the CX4.

Epson R-D1 vs Ricoh CX4 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R-D1 and CX4 is 75 and 92 respectively.

Epson R-D1 vs Ricoh CX4 top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1 vs Ricoh CX4 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specs. The picture underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the R-D1 and CX4.

All in all, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The R-D1 having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Ricoh CX4 will offer you greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged R-D1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Epson R-D1 vs Ricoh CX4 sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1 vs Ricoh CX4 Screen and ViewFinder

Epson R-D1 vs Ricoh CX4 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Epson R-D1 Portrait photography advice
Ricoh CX4 Portrait photography advice
49
has manual focus
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW files
no liveview feature
MP count low (6MP)
26
has manual focus
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
MP count low (10MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Epson R-D1 Street photography advice
Ricoh CX4 Street photography advice
55
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW files
no articulating screen
lack of image stabilization
more heavy than competition (620 grams)
60
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than others in class (205 grams)
screen does not articulate
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Epson R-D1 Sports photography details
Ricoh CX4 Sports photography details
29
sensor size is good (APS-C)
no liveview feature
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (6 megapixels)
no phase detect AF
24
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
low frames per second (5.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
MP count low (10MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Epson R-D1 Travel photography features
Ricoh CX4 Travel photography features
38
missing Timelapse recording
more heavy than competition (620 grams)
MP count low (6MP)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
66
lighter than others in class (205 grams)
flash built-in
rather wide (28mm)
great zoom (300mm)
MP count low (10 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Epson R-D1 Landscape photography details
Ricoh CX4 Landscape photography details
46
has manual focus
switch lenses (Leica M mount)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW files
screen is small (2 inches)
no liveview feature
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (6 megapixels)
missing Timelapse recording
42
has manual focus
rather wide (28mm)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not available
MP count low (10MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
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Vlogging Comparison

Epson R-D1 as a Vlogging camera
Ricoh CX4 as a Vlogging camera
9
can't record video
30
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than others in class (205 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing mic support
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Epson R-D1 vs Ricoh CX4 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1 and Ricoh CX4
 Epson R-D1Ricoh CX4
General Information
Brand Name Epson Ricoh
Model Epson R-D1 Ricoh CX4
Class Advanced Mirrorless Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2004-03-11 2010-08-19
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Smooth Imaging Engine IV
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 23.7 x 15.6mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 369.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 6MP 10MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2
Maximum resolution 3008 x 2000 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Lowest native ISO 200 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type Leica M fixed lens
Lens focal range - 28-300mm (10.7x)
Maximum aperture - f/3.5-5.6
Macro focus distance - 1cm
Total lenses 59 -
Crop factor 1.5 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2" 3"
Resolution of screen 235k dots 920k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (rangefinder) None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 1 seconds 8 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate - 5.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes -
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash 4.00 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions - 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution None 1280x720
Video data format - Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 620 gr (1.37 lb) 205 gr (0.45 lb)
Physical dimensions 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 model - DB-100
Self timer No Yes (2, 10 or Custom)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD card SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Launch price $1,709 $211