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Epson R-D1 vs Sigma fp

Portability
75
Imaging
44
Features
20
Overall
34
Epson R-D1 front
 
Sigma fp front
Portability
84
Imaging
76
Features
79
Overall
77

Epson R-D1 vs Sigma fp 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
  • Announced March 2004
  • Renewed by Epson R-D1x
Sigma fp
(Full Review)
  • 25MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Increase to 102400)
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 422g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
  • Revealed July 2019
  • Later Model is Sigma fp L
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Epson R-D1 vs Sigma fp Overview

Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Epson R-D1 vs Sigma fp, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Epson and Sigma. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and fp (25MP) and the R-D1 (APS-C) and fp (Full frame) posses different sensor sizing.

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The R-D1 was revealed 16 years earlier than the fp and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the R-D1 grades vs the fp for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1 over the Sigma fp

 R-D1 fp 

Reasons to pick Sigma fp over the Epson R-D1

 fp R-D1 
RevealedJuly 2019March 2004More recent by 186 months
Screen size3.2"2"Bigger screen (+1.2")
Screen resolution2100k235kSharper screen (+1865k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Epson R-D1 and Sigma fp

 R-D1 fp 
Manual focus Dial precise focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen

Epson R-D1 vs Sigma fp Physical Comparison

When you are intending to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Epson R-D1 features outside 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) whilst the Sigma fp has dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the R-D1 against the fp.

Epson R-D1 vs Sigma fp size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R-D1 and fp is 75 and 84 respectively.

Epson R-D1 vs Sigma fp top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1 vs Sigma fp Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements just by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the R-D1 and fp.

As you can see, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The R-D1 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Sigma fp will deliver extra detail because of its extra 19MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older R-D1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Epson R-D1 vs Sigma fp sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1 vs Sigma fp Screen and ViewFinder

Epson R-D1 vs Sigma fp Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Epson R-D1 as a Portrait photography camera
Sigma fp as a Portrait photography camera
50
focusing manually
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW files
does not have liveview
low resolution (6 megapixels)
85
you can focus manually
MP count excellent (25 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
comes with face detection focusing
exports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Epson R-D1 as a Street photography camera
Sigma fp as a Street photography camera
55
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW files
fixed screen
no image stabilization
more heavy than others (620 grams)
77
great sensor size (Full frame)
exports RAW files
supports focus by touch
environment proof
good high ISO (25,600)
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Epson R-D1 Sports photography features
Sigma fp Sports photography features
30
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
does not have liveview
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
low resolution (6 megapixels)
has no phase detect AF
73
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
MP count excellent (25MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
comes with tracking autofocus
environment proof
no image stabilization
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Epson R-D1 Travel photography details
Sigma fp Travel photography details
38
missing Timelapse mode
more heavy than others (620g)
low resolution (6 megapixels)
doesn't posses selfie friendly display
78
environment proof
supports focus by touch
MP count excellent (25 megapixels)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Epson R-D1 Landscape photography information
Sigma fp Landscape photography information
47
focusing manually
switch lenses (Leica M mount)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW files
screen is somewhat small (2 inch)
does not have liveview
no image stabilization
low resolution (6MP)
missing Timelapse mode
83
you can focus manually
change lenses (Leica L mount)
screen size is decent (3.2 inch)
MP count excellent (25 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
good high ISO (25,600)
exports RAW files
environment proof
no image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Epson R-D1 as a Vlogging camera
Sigma fp as a Vlogging camera
9
no video
37
built-in touchscreen
comes with face detection focusing
great video quality (3840 x 2160 pixels)
comes with external mic jack
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
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Epson R-D1 vs Sigma fp Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1 and Sigma fp
 Epson R-D1Sigma fp
General Information
Manufacturer Epson Sigma
Model Epson R-D1 Sigma fp
Class Advanced Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Announced 2004-03-11 2019-07-11
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor dimensions 23.7 x 15.6mm 35.9 x 23.9mm
Sensor area 369.7mm² 858.0mm²
Sensor resolution 6 megapixels 25 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 3008 x 2000 6000 x 4000
Maximum native ISO 1600 25600
Maximum boosted ISO - 102400
Minimum native ISO 200 100
RAW format
Minimum boosted ISO - 6
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points - 49
Lens
Lens mount Leica M Leica L
Amount of lenses 59 30
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2 inch 3.2 inch
Screen resolution 235k dot 2,100k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (rangefinder) None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1s 30s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/8000s
Continuous shooting speed - 12.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings - no built-in flash
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions - 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Maximum video resolution None 3840x2160
Video data format - MPEG-4, H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None No
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none Yes
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 620 grams (1.37 pounds) 422 grams (0.93 pounds)
Physical dimensions 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8")
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 - BP-51
Self timer No Yes (2 or 10 wec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD card SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported)
Storage slots Single Single
Launch price $1,709 $2,050