Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm JX500
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Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm JX500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 1600
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 620g - 142 x 89 x 40mm
- Released February 2009
- Older Model is Epson R-D1
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-6.3) lens
- 113g - 100 x 56 x 24mm
- Revealed January 2012

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm JX500 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Epson R-D1x and Fujifilm JX500, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Epson and FujiFilm. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and Fujifilm JX500 (14MP) and the R-D1x (APS-C) and Fujifilm JX500 (1/2.3") feature different sensor measurements.

The R-D1x was released 3 years prior to the Fujifilm JX500 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Epson R-D1x being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Fujifilm JX500 being a Compact camera.
Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the R-D1x matches up vs the Fujifilm JX500 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm JX500 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Epson R-D1x & Fujifilm FinePix JX500. The complete galleries are available at Epson R-D1x Gallery & Fujifilm JX500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Fujifilm JX500
R-D1x | Fujifilm JX500 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display resolution | 235k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+5k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm JX500 over the Epson R-D1x
Fujifilm JX500 | R-D1x | |||
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Revealed | January 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 34 months |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Fujifilm JX500
R-D1x | Fujifilm JX500 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm JX500 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Epson R-D1x has outer 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 Fujifilm JX500 has sizing of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).
Analyze the Epson R-D1x and Fujifilm JX500 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the R-D1x compared to the Fujifilm JX500.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R-D1x and Fujifilm JX500 is 75 and 95 respectively.

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm JX500 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by looking at technical specs. The visual underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the R-D1x and Fujifilm JX500.
As you can tell, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The R-D1x due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Fujifilm JX500 will give greater detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images a little more aggressively. The older R-D1x is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm JX500 Screen and ViewFinder


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Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm JX500 Specifications
Epson R-D1x | Fujifilm FinePix JX500 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Epson | FujiFilm |
Model type | Epson R-D1x | Fujifilm FinePix JX500 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-02-27 | 2012-01-05 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.6mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Leica M | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.5-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 10cm |
Number of lenses | 59 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 235k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1400s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 4.50 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 620 grams (1.37 lbs) | 113 grams (0.25 lbs) |
Dimensions | 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") | 100 x 56 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | NP-45A |
Self timer | No | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $1,709 | $90 |