Epson R-D1 vs Sony FX3
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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)
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Epson R-D1 vs Sony FX3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 1600
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 620g - 142 x 89 x 40mm
- Launched March 2004
- Successor is Epson R-D1x
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 102400 (Push to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 716g - 130 x 78 x 85mm
- Launched February 2021
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Epson R-D1 vs Sony FX3 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Epson R-D1 vs Sony FX3, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Epson and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the R-D1 (6MP) and FX3 (12MP) and the R-D1 (APS-C) and FX3 (Full frame) provide different sensor sizing.
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The R-D1 was released 18 years prior to the FX3 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the R-D1 grades against the FX3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Epson R-D1 vs Sony FX3 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Epson R-D1 and Sony FX3. The complete galleries are viewable at Epson R-D1 Gallery and Sony FX3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Epson R-D1 over the Sony FX3
R-D1 | FX3 |
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Reasons to pick Sony FX3 over the Epson R-D1
FX3 | R-D1 | |||
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Launched | February 2021 | ![]() | March 2004 | Newer by 206 months |
Screen type | Fully articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen dimensions | 3.00" | ![]() | 2" | Bigger screen (+1") |
Screen resolution | 1440k | ![]() | 235k | Crisper screen (+1205k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Epson R-D1 and Sony FX3
R-D1 | FX3 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focusing |
Epson R-D1 vs Sony FX3 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Epson R-D1 offers outside measurements of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) while the Sony FX3 has sizing of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") and a weight of 716 grams (1.58 lbs).
Check out the Epson R-D1 vs Sony FX3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the R-D1 against the FX3.
![Epson R-D1 vs Sony FX3 size comparison Epson R-D1 vs Sony FX3 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Epson-R-D1-vs-Sony-FX3-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the R-D1 and FX3 is 75 and 62 respectively.
![Epson R-D1 vs Sony FX3 top view buttons comparison Epson R-D1 vs Sony FX3 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Epson-R-D1-vs-Sony-FX3-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Epson R-D1 vs Sony FX3 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by checking technical specs. The picture below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the R-D1 and FX3.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The R-D1 because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony FX3 will resolve more detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged R-D1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
![Epson R-D1 vs Sony FX3 sensor size comparison Epson R-D1 vs Sony FX3 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Epson-R-D1-vs-Sony-FX3-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Epson R-D1 vs Sony FX3 Screen and ViewFinder
![Epson R-D1 vs Sony FX3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Epson R-D1 vs Sony FX3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Epson-R-D1-vs-Sony-FX3-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Epson R-D1 vs Sony FX3 Specifications
Epson R-D1 | Sony FX3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Epson | Sony |
Model | Epson R-D1 | Sony FX3 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2004-03-11 | 2021-02-23 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 23.7 x 15.6mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.7mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 4240 x 2832 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 102400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 409600 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 759 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Leica M | Sony E |
Available lenses | 59 | 187 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fully articulated |
Display size | 2" | 3.00" |
Display resolution | 235k dots | 1,440k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | - | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | None | 3840x2160 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-1, H.264, H.265 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 620 grams (1.37 pounds) | 716 grams (1.58 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") | 130 x 78 x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 85 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 3900 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 600 shots |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | No | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | SD card | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots |
Card slots | Single | Dual |
Retail pricing | $1,709 | $3,900 |