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Epson R-D1 vs Ricoh CX6

Portability
75
Imaging
43
Features
20
Overall
33
Epson R-D1 front
 
Ricoh CX6 front
Portability
92
Imaging
34
Features
38
Overall
35

Epson R-D1 vs Ricoh CX6 Key Specs

Epson R-D1
(Full Review)
  • 6MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 1600
  • No Video
  • Leica M Mount
  • 620g - 142 x 89 x 40mm
  • Launched March 2004
  • Later Model is Epson R-D1x
Ricoh CX6
(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
  • 201g - 104 x 59 x 29mm
  • Released November 2011
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Epson R-D1 vs Ricoh CX6 Overview

On this page, we are contrasting the Epson R-D1 and Ricoh CX6, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Epson and Ricoh. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and CX6 (10MP) and the R-D1 (APS-C) and CX6 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.

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The R-D1 was unveiled 8 years before the CX6 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Epson R-D1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the R-D1 scores against the CX6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Photography Glossary

        

Reasons to pick Epson R-D1 over the Ricoh CX6

 R-D1 CX6 

Reasons to pick Ricoh CX6 over the Epson R-D1

 CX6 R-D1 
ReleasedNovember 2011March 2004Newer by 93 months
Display dimensions3"2"Larger display (+1")
Display resolution1230k235kClearer display (+995k dot)

Common features in the Epson R-D1 and Ricoh CX6

 R-D1 CX6 
Manually focus Dial accurate focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch display Neither features Touch display

Epson R-D1 vs Ricoh CX6 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Epson R-D1 enjoys exterior measurements of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX6 has dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).

Check out the Epson R-D1 and Ricoh CX6 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the R-D1 vs the CX6.

Epson R-D1 vs Ricoh CX6 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R-D1 and CX6 is 75 and 92 respectively.

Epson R-D1 vs Ricoh CX6 top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1 vs Ricoh CX6 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The pic below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the R-D1 and CX6.

As you can tell, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The R-D1 with its larger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Ricoh CX6 will offer more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged R-D1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Epson R-D1 vs Ricoh CX6 sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1 vs Ricoh CX6 Screen and ViewFinder

Epson R-D1 vs Ricoh CX6 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Epson R-D1 as a Portrait photography camera
Ricoh CX6 as a Portrait photography camera
49
focusing manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
no liveview
low resolution sensor (6 megapixels)
28
focusing manually
can't use external flash
low resolution (10MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

Epson R-D1 Street photography features
Ricoh CX6 Street photography features
55
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
heavier than competitors (620g)
61
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than average (201 grams)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Epson R-D1 as a Sports photography camera
Ricoh CX6 as a Sports photography camera
29
good sensor size (APS-C)
no liveview
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
low resolution sensor (6MP)
lacks phase detect AF
27
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
low fps (5.0 frames/s)
low resolution (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Epson R-D1
Travel photography with Ricoh CX6
38
does not have Time Lapse mode
heavier than competitors (620g)
low resolution sensor (6MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
66
lighter than average (201 grams)
has built in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
great reach (300mm)
low resolution (10MP)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Epson R-D1
Landscape photography with Ricoh CX6
46
focusing manually
change lenses (Leica M mount)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
tiny screen (2")
no liveview
does not have image stabilization
low resolution sensor (6 megapixels)
does not have Time Lapse mode
45
focusing manually
fairly wide (28mm)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
low resolution (10MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Vlogging Comparison

Epson R-D1 as a Vlogging camera
Ricoh CX6 as a Vlogging camera
9
can't shoot video
30
fairly wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than average (201g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
display is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external microphone port
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Epson R-D1 vs Ricoh CX6 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1 and Ricoh CX6
 Epson R-D1Ricoh CX6
General Information
Brand Epson Ricoh
Model type Epson R-D1 Ricoh CX6
Class Advanced Mirrorless Small Sensor Superzoom
Launched 2004-03-11 2011-11-15
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - Smooth Imaging Engine IV
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size APS-C 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 23.7 x 15.6mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 369.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 6MP 10MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2
Peak resolution 3008 x 2000 3648 x 2736
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Minimum native ISO 200 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type Leica M fixed lens
Lens zoom range - 28-300mm (10.7x)
Highest aperture - f/3.5-5.6
Macro focusing range - 1cm
Amount of lenses 59 -
Focal length multiplier 1.5 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2" 3"
Resolution of display 235k dot 1,230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display tech - Sony WhiteMagic VGA LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (rangefinder) None
Features
Min shutter speed 1 secs 8 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 5.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 4.00 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions - 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
Highest video resolution None 1280x720
Video format - Motion JPEG
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 620 gr (1.37 lbs) 201 gr (0.44 lbs)
Physical dimensions 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") 104 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 ID - DB-100
Self timer No Yes (2, 10 or Custom)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD card SD/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Retail price $1,709 $595