Epson R-D1 vs Sigma fp L
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83 Imaging
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Epson R-D1 vs Sigma fp L Key Specs
(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
(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
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.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe 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.
Epson R-D1 vs Sigma fp L Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Epson R-D1 and Sigma fp L. The whole galleries are viewable at Epson R-D1 Gallery and Sigma fp L Gallery.
Reasons to pick Epson R-D1 over the Sigma fp L
R-D1 | fp L |
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Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Epson R-D1
fp L | R-D1 | |||
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Announced | March 2021 | March 2004 | Newer by 207 months | |
Display size | 3.2" | 2" | Larger display (+1.2") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 235k | Crisper display (+1865k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Epson R-D1 and Sigma fp L
R-D1 | fp L | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | 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.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.
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 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 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
Vlogging Comparison
Epson R-D1 vs Sigma fp L Specifications
Epson R-D1 | Sigma fp L | |
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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 |