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Epson R-D1 vs Sigma Quattro

Portability
75
Imaging
43
Features
20
Overall
33
Epson R-D1 front
 
Sigma sd Quattro front
Portability
63
Imaging
69
Features
56
Overall
63

Epson R-D1 vs Sigma Quattro 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
  • Revealed March 2004
  • Refreshed by Epson R-D1x
Sigma Quattro
(Full Review)
  • 29MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sigma SA Mount
  • 625g - 147 x 95 x 91mm
  • Introduced February 2016
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Epson R-D1 vs Sigma Quattro Overview

On this page, we are looking at the Epson R-D1 versus Sigma Quattro, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by rivals Epson and Sigma. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and Quattro (29MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The R-D1 was released 13 years before the Quattro which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the R-D1 scores against the Quattro with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1 over the Sigma Quattro

 R-D1 Quattro 

Reasons to pick Sigma Quattro over the Epson R-D1

 Quattro R-D1 
IntroducedFebruary 2016March 2004More modern by 145 months
Display dimensions3"2"Larger display (+1")
Display resolution1620k235kSharper display (+1385k dot)

Common features in the Epson R-D1 and Sigma Quattro

 R-D1 Quattro 
Manually focus Very exact focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch display Neither comes with Touch display

Epson R-D1 vs Sigma Quattro Physical Comparison

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Epson R-D1 comes with external dimensions of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) and the Sigma Quattro has specifications of 147mm x 95mm x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6") having a weight of 625 grams (1.38 lbs).

Contrast the Epson R-D1 versus Sigma Quattro in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the R-D1 vs the Quattro.

Epson R-D1 vs Sigma Quattro size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the R-D1 and Quattro is 75 and 63 respectively.

Epson R-D1 vs Sigma Quattro top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1 vs Sigma Quattro Sensor Comparison

Usually, its difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes just by going through specifications. The picture underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the R-D1 and Quattro.

Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Sigma Quattro to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 23 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged R-D1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Epson R-D1 vs Sigma Quattro sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1 vs Sigma Quattro Screen and ViewFinder

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

Portrait Comparison

Epson R-D1 as a Portrait photography camera
Sigma Quattro as a Portrait photography camera
49
has manual focus
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
does not have liveview
MP count low (6MP)
81
has manual focus
MP count amazing (29 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
comes with face detect focusing
delivers RAW files
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Street Comparison

Epson R-D1 Street photography information
Sigma Quattro Street photography information
55
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
more heavy than competition (620g)
59
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
environment proof
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
more heavy than competitors (625g)
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Sports Comparison

Epson R-D1 Sports photography features
Sigma Quattro Sports photography features
29
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
does not have liveview
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (6 megapixels)
lack of phase detect auto focus
70
MP count amazing (29MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
comes with tracking focus
environment proof
sensor has phase detect AF
painfully slow continuous shooting (3.8 frames per second)
lack of image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Epson R-D1 Travel photography information
Sigma Quattro Travel photography information
38
doesn't have Timelapse mode
more heavy than competition (620g)
MP count low (6 megapixels)
does not offer selfie friendly display
55
environment proof
MP count amazing (29 megapixels)
lack of Timelapse recording
more heavy than competitors (625 grams)
does not contain selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Epson R-D1 Landscape photography features
Sigma Quattro Landscape photography features
46
has manual focus
switch lenses (Leica M mount)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
screen is somewhat small (2 inch)
does not have liveview
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (6MP)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
72
has manual focus
switch lenses (Sigma SA mount)
nice screen size (3 inches)
MP count amazing (29 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
environment proof
lack of image stabilization
lack of Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Epson R-D1 Vlogging info
Sigma Quattro Vlogging info
9
no video
22
comes with face detect focusing
does not contain selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
low quality video ( pixels)
lack of microphone jack
more heavy than competitors (625 grams)
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Epson R-D1 vs Sigma Quattro Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1 and Sigma Quattro
 Epson R-D1Sigma sd Quattro
General Information
Manufacturer Epson Sigma
Model Epson R-D1 Sigma sd Quattro
Category Advanced Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Revealed 2004-03-11 2016-02-23
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - Dual TRUE III
Sensor type CCD CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.7 x 15.6mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor surface area 369.7mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 6MP 29MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 3008 x 2000 5424 x 3616
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Lowest native ISO 200 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount Leica M Sigma SA
Total lenses 59 76
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 235k dot 1,620k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (rangefinder) Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 2,360k dot
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.73x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 1 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed - 3.8 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash options - no built-in flash
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Highest video resolution None -
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 620 grams (1.37 lbs) 625 grams (1.38 lbs)
Physical dimensions 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") 147 x 95 x 91mm (5.8" x 3.7" x 3.6")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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-61
Self timer No Yes
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD card SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Retail cost $1,709 $738