Epson R-D1 vs Sony NEX-5T
75 Imaging
44 Features
20 Overall
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![Epson R-D1 front Epson R-D1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Epson-R-D1/Epson-R-D1-front.jpg)
![Sony Alpha NEX-5T front Sony Alpha NEX-5T front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Alpha-NEX-5T/Sony-NEX-5T-front.jpg)
89 Imaging
58 Features
79 Overall
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Epson R-D1 vs Sony NEX-5T 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
- Introduced March 2004
- New Model is Epson R-D1x
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 276g - 111 x 59 x 39mm
- Revealed August 2013
- Old Model is Sony NEX-5R
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Epson R-D1 vs Sony NEX-5T Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Epson R-D1 versus Sony NEX-5T, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Epson and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and NEX-5T (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).
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The R-D1 was released 10 years prior to the NEX-5T which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the R-D1 grades versus the NEX-5T when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Epson R-D1 vs Sony NEX-5T Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Epson R-D1 & Sony Alpha NEX-5T. The complete galleries are provided at Epson R-D1 Gallery & Sony NEX-5T Gallery.
Reasons to pick Epson R-D1 over the Sony NEX-5T
R-D1 | NEX-5T |
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Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5T over the Epson R-D1
NEX-5T | R-D1 | |||
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Revealed | August 2013 | ![]() | March 2004 | More modern by 115 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2" | Larger display (+1") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 235k | Sharper display (+687k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Epson R-D1 and Sony NEX-5T
R-D1 | NEX-5T | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing |
Epson R-D1 vs Sony NEX-5T Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Epson R-D1 enjoys physical dimensions of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-5T has sizing of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).
Compare the Epson R-D1 versus Sony NEX-5T in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the R-D1 versus the NEX-5T.
![Epson R-D1 vs Sony NEX-5T size comparison Epson R-D1 vs Sony NEX-5T size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Epson-R-D1-vs-Sony-Alpha-NEX-5T-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R-D1 and NEX-5T is 75 and 89 respectively.
![Epson R-D1 vs Sony NEX-5T top view buttons comparison Epson R-D1 vs Sony NEX-5T top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Epson-R-D1-vs-Sony-Alpha-NEX-5T-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Epson R-D1 vs Sony NEX-5T Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at specifications. The picture below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the R-D1 and NEX-5T.
To sum up, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony NEX-5T to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged R-D1 is going to be behind in sensor tech.
![Epson R-D1 vs Sony NEX-5T sensor size comparison Epson R-D1 vs Sony NEX-5T sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Epson-R-D1-vs-Sony-Alpha-NEX-5T-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Epson R-D1 vs Sony NEX-5T Screen and ViewFinder
![Epson R-D1 vs Sony NEX-5T Screen and Viewfinder comparison Epson R-D1 vs Sony NEX-5T Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Epson-R-D1-vs-Sony-Alpha-NEX-5T-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Epson R-D1 vs Sony NEX-5T Specifications
Epson R-D1 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Epson | Sony |
Model | Epson R-D1 | Sony Alpha NEX-5T |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2004-03-11 | 2013-08-27 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.6mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.7mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 4912 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 99 |
Cross focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Leica M | Sony E |
Total lenses | 59 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 2" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 235k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | Tilt Up 180° Down 50° TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (rangefinder) | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 7.00 m (ISO100) |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x1080 (60p/60i/24p) |
Max video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 620g (1.37 lbs) | 276g (0.61 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") | 111 x 59 x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 78 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.0 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1015 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NPFW50 |
Self timer | No | Yes ((10/2 sec. delay), Self-timer (Cont.) (with 10 sec. delay; 3/5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $1,709 | $400 |