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Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1

Portability
75
Imaging
46
Features
19
Overall
35
Epson R-D1x front
 
Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W1 front
Portability
90
Imaging
33
Features
17
Overall
26

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Key Specs

Epson R-D1x
(Full Review)
  • 6MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 1600
  • No Video
  • Leica M Mount
  • 620g - 142 x 89 x 40mm
  • Announced February 2009
  • Older Model is Epson R-D1
Fujifilm Real 3D W1
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.8" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
  • 260g - 124 x 68 x 26mm
  • Revealed July 2009
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Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Overview

In this write-up, we are comparing the Epson R-D1x versus Fujifilm Real 3D W1, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Epson and FujiFilm. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and Fujifilm Real 3D W1 (10MP) and the R-D1x (APS-C) and Fujifilm Real 3D W1 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The R-D1x was introduced 4 months prior to the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Epson R-D1x being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the R-D1x scores against the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Fujifilm Real 3D W1

 R-D1x Fujifilm Real 3D W1 
Manual focus Dial accurate focus
Display resolution235k230kCrisper display (+5k dot)

Reasons to pick Fujifilm Real 3D W1 over the Epson R-D1x

 Fujifilm Real 3D W1 R-D1x 
Display sizing2.8"2.5"Larger display (+0.3")

Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Fujifilm Real 3D W1

 R-D1x Fujifilm Real 3D W1 
RevealedFebruary 2009July 2009Similar generation
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither contains Touch friendly display

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Physical Comparison

If you are going to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Epson R-D1x has got exterior measurements of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) and the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 has specifications of 124mm x 68mm x 26mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") with a weight of 260 grams (0.57 lbs).

Check the Epson R-D1x versus Fujifilm Real 3D W1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the R-D1x and the Fujifilm Real 3D W1.

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the R-D1x and Fujifilm Real 3D W1 is 75 and 90 respectively.

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1 top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the R-D1x and Fujifilm Real 3D W1.

As you can see, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The R-D1x having a larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 will give you extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively.

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1 sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Screen and ViewFinder

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Epson R-D1x as a Portrait photography camera
Fujifilm Real 3D W1 as a Portrait photography camera
47
focusing manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
no liveview feature
manual exposure not available
resolution not great (6MP)
19
no manual focus
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Epson R-D1x Street photography highlights
Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Street photography highlights
56
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
more heavy than competition in class (620 grams)
45
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
heavier than others (260g)
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Sports Comparison

Epson R-D1x Sports photography highlights
Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Sports photography highlights
31
good sensor size (APS-C)
no liveview feature
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
resolution not great (6 megapixels)
lack of phase detect auto focus
16
max shutter speed is low (1/1,000s)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Epson R-D1x
Travel photography with Fujifilm Real 3D W1
39
does not have Timelapse recording
more heavy than competition in class (620 grams)
resolution not great (6MP)
display is not selfie friendly
48
flash built-in
lack of Time Lapse mode
heavier than others (260g)
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Epson R-D1x as a Landscape photography camera
Fujifilm Real 3D W1 as a Landscape photography camera
45
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Leica M mount)
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
small screen (2.5")
no liveview feature
manual exposure not available
lack of image stabilization
resolution not great (6MP)
does not have Timelapse recording
26
nice screen size (2.8")
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
lack of manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Epson R-D1x Vlogging info
Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Vlogging info
9
can't shoot video
21
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.7)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
lack of image stabilization
video res low (640 x 480 pxls)
lack of external mic support
heavier than others (260g)
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Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1x and Fujifilm Real 3D W1
 Epson R-D1xFujifilm FinePix Real 3D W1
General Information
Make Epson FujiFilm
Model type Epson R-D1x Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W1
Class Advanced Mirrorless Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2009-02-27 2009-07-22
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - RP (Real Photo) 3D
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size APS-C 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 23.7 x 15.6mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 369.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 6MP 10MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 4:3 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 3008 x 2000 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 1600 1600
Min native ISO 200 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Lens
Lens support Leica M fixed lens
Lens zoom range - 35-105mm (3.0x)
Maximal aperture - f/3.7-4.2
Macro focusing distance - 8cm
Amount of lenses 59 -
Focal length multiplier 1.5 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.5 inch 2.8 inch
Screen resolution 235k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (rangefinder) None
Features
Min shutter speed 1 seconds 1/4 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 3.60 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions - 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution None 640x480
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 620 gr (1.37 lb) 260 gr (0.57 lb)
Dimensions 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") 124 x 68 x 26mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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-95
Self timer No Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC card SD/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots One One
Launch cost $1,709 $900