Epson R-D1 vs Sony A6500
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Epson R-D1 vs Sony A6500 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
- Renewed by Epson R-D1x
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 51200)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 453g - 120 x 67 x 53mm
- Released October 2016
- Replaced the Sony A6300
Epson R-D1 vs Sony A6500 Overview
Lets look a little more closely at the Epson R-D1 and Sony A6500, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Epson and Sony. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and A6500 (24MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (APS-C).
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe R-D1 was launched 13 years before the A6500 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the R-D1 matches up vs the A6500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Epson R-D1 vs Sony A6500 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Epson R-D1 & Sony Alpha a6500. The complete galleries are provided at Epson R-D1 Gallery & Sony A6500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Epson R-D1 over the Sony A6500
R-D1 | A6500 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A6500 over the Epson R-D1
A6500 | R-D1 | |||
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Released | October 2016 | March 2004 | More modern by 153 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2" | Larger display (+1") | |
Display resolution | 922k | 235k | Crisper display (+687k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Epson R-D1 and Sony A6500
R-D1 | A6500 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Epson R-D1 vs Sony A6500 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Epson R-D1 has got exterior measurements of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) whilst the Sony A6500 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 53mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.1") having a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs).
Analyze the Epson R-D1 and Sony A6500 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the R-D1 and the A6500.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the R-D1 and A6500 is 75 and 81 respectively.
Epson R-D1 vs Sony A6500 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading through a spec sheet. The pic underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the R-D1 and A6500.
As you can see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Sony A6500 to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 18MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged R-D1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Epson R-D1 vs Sony A6500 Specifications
Epson R-D1 | Sony Alpha a6500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Epson | Sony |
Model type | Epson R-D1 | Sony Alpha a6500 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2004-03-11 | 2016-10-06 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.7 x 15.6mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 369.7mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 25600 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 51200 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 425 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Leica M | Sony E |
Available lenses | 59 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 2 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 235 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Maximum silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | - | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Red-eye reduction (On/Off selectable), Hi-speed sync, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | None | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 620g (1.37 lb) | 453g (1.00 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") | 120 x 67 x 53mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 85 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 24.5 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.7 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1405 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 350 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | No | Yes |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD card | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $1,709 | $1,298 |