Epson R-D1 vs Sony A3000
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Epson R-D1 vs Sony A3000 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
- Launched March 2004
- Renewed by Epson R-D1x
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 411g - 128 x 91 x 85mm
- Launched August 2013
- Replacement is Sony a3500

Epson R-D1 vs Sony A3000 Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the Epson R-D1 versus Sony A3000, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Epson and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and A3000 (20MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

The R-D1 was announced 10 years earlier than the A3000 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Epson R-D1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A3000 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple overview of how the R-D1 grades vs the A3000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Epson R-D1 vs Sony A3000 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Epson R-D1 & Sony Alpha A3000. The whole galleries are provided at Epson R-D1 Gallery & Sony A3000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Epson R-D1 over the Sony A3000
R-D1 | A3000 | |||
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Display resolution | 235k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+5k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A3000 over the Epson R-D1
A3000 | R-D1 | |||
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Launched | August 2013 | ![]() | March 2004 | More recent by 115 months |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2" | Larger display (+1") |
Common features in the Epson R-D1 and Sony A3000
R-D1 | A3000 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Epson R-D1 vs Sony A3000 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Epson R-D1 has got physical 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) while the Sony A3000 has dimensions of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") and a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).
Compare the Epson R-D1 versus Sony A3000 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the R-D1 against the A3000.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R-D1 and A3000 is 75 and 69 respectively.

Epson R-D1 vs Sony A3000 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the R-D1 and A3000.
Clearly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony A3000 to result in more detail with its extra 14MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older R-D1 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Epson R-D1 vs Sony A3000 Specifications
Epson R-D1 | Sony Alpha A3000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Epson | Sony |
Model | Epson R-D1 | Sony Alpha A3000 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2004-03-11 | 2013-08-27 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ image |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
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 | 6 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 5456 x 3632 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 16000 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Leica M | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 59 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 235k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.47x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 6.00 m (at ISO200 / 4m at ISO100) |
Flash settings | - | Flash off, Auto flash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync. |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | - | AVCHD, H.264, MP4 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 620 grams (1.37 pounds) | 411 grams (0.91 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") | 128 x 91 x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 78 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1068 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 470 images |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | No | Yes (2-sec. or 10-sec. delay) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD card | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $1,709 | $398 |