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Epson R-D1 vs Sigma fp L

Portability
75
Imaging
43
Features
20
Overall
33
Epson R-D1 front
 
Sigma fp L front
Portability
83
Imaging
82
Features
80
Overall
81

Epson R-D1 vs Sigma fp L 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
  • Released March 2004
  • Updated by Epson R-D1x
Sigma fp L
(Full Review)
  • 61MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 102400)
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
  • Announced March 2021
  • Previous Model is Sigma fp
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Epson R-D1 vs Sigma fp L Overview

Lets look more in depth at the Epson R-D1 and Sigma fp L, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by competitors Epson and Sigma. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and fp L (61MP) and the R-D1 (APS-C) and fp L (Full frame) offer different sensor measurements.

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The R-D1 was introduced 18 years prior to the fp L which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the R-D1 grades against the fp L for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1 over the Sigma fp L

 R-D1 fp L 

Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Epson R-D1

 fp L R-D1 
AnnouncedMarch 2021March 2004Newer by 207 months
Display size3.2"2"Larger display (+1.2")
Display resolution2100k235kCrisper display (+1865k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Epson R-D1 and Sigma fp L

 R-D1 fp L 
Focus manually More precise focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen

Epson R-D1 vs Sigma fp L Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Epson R-D1 comes with physical dimensions 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 Sigma fp L has dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

Contrast the Epson R-D1 and Sigma fp L in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the R-D1 against the fp L.

Epson R-D1 vs Sigma fp L size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the R-D1 and fp L is 75 and 83 respectively.

Epson R-D1 vs Sigma fp L top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1 vs Sigma fp L Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specs. The pic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the R-D1 and fp L.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The R-D1 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF tougher and the Sigma fp L will show more detail using its extra 55MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged R-D1 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Epson R-D1 vs Sigma fp L sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1 vs Sigma fp L Screen and ViewFinder

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

Portrait Comparison

Epson R-D1 Portrait photography factors
Sigma fp L Portrait photography factors
49
you can focus manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
no liveview
MP count low (6 megapixels)
89
manual focus
sensor resolution is amazing (61 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
supports face detection autofocus
exports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Epson R-D1 as a Street photography camera
Sigma fp L as a Street photography camera
55
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
no moving screen
no image stabilization
heavier than competition in class (620g)
78
large sensor size (Full frame)
exports RAW formats
includes touch to focus
environment sealing
very 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 L Sports photography features
29
good sensor size (APS-C)
no liveview
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
MP count low (6MP)
does not have phase detect auto focus
78
high shutter speed (1/8,000s)
sensor resolution is amazing (61MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
supports tracking autofocus
environment sealing
has phase detect autofocus
no image stabilization
not so great battery power (240 CIPA)
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Travel Comparison

Epson R-D1 Travel photography features
Sigma fp L Travel photography features
38
missing Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition in class (620g)
MP count low (6 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
73
environment sealing
includes touch to focus
sensor resolution is amazing (61 megapixels)
not so great battery power (240 per charge)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Epson R-D1 as a Landscape photography camera
Sigma fp L as a Landscape photography camera
46
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Leica M mount)
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
tiny screen (2 inch)
no liveview
no image stabilization
MP count low (6 megapixels)
missing Time Lapse recording
81
manual focus
change lenses (Leica L mount)
screen size is decent (3.2")
sensor resolution is amazing (61MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
very good high ISO (25,600)
exports RAW formats
environment sealing
no image stabilization
not so great battery power (240 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Epson R-D1 as a Vlogging camera
Sigma fp L as a Vlogging camera
9
no video recording
38
touchscreen
supports face detection autofocus
video res high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
has external microphone port
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
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Epson R-D1 vs Sigma fp L Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1 and Sigma fp L
 Epson R-D1Sigma fp L
General Information
Brand Name Epson Sigma
Model type Epson R-D1 Sigma fp L
Class Advanced Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Released 2004-03-11 2021-03-25
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor measurements 23.7 x 15.6mm 36 x 24mm
Sensor surface area 369.7mm² 864.0mm²
Sensor resolution 6 megapixels 61 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 3008 x 2000 9520 x 6328
Highest native ISO 1600 25600
Highest boosted ISO - 102400
Minimum native ISO 200 100
RAW pictures
Minimum boosted ISO - 6
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points - 49
Lens
Lens mount type Leica M Leica L
Number of lenses 59 40
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2" 3.2"
Screen resolution 235 thousand dot 2,100 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (rangefinder) Electronic (optional)
Viewfinder resolution - 3,680 thousand dot
Viewfinder coverage - 100%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.83x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1 secs 30 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/8000 secs
Continuous shooting speed - 10.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash modes - no built-in flash
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions - 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Highest video resolution None 3840x2160
Video data format - MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none Yes (USB Power Delivery supported)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 620 grams (1.37 pounds) 427 grams (0.94 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 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 life - 240 images
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID - BP-51
Self timer No Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD card SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported)
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $1,709 $2,499