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Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm S1 Pro

Portability
75
Imaging
46
Features
19
Overall
35
Epson R-D1x front
 
Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro front
Portability
56
Imaging
38
Features
33
Overall
36

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Key Specs

Epson R-D1x
(Full Review)
  • 6MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 1600
  • No Video
  • Leica M Mount
  • 620g - 142 x 89 x 40mm
  • Introduced February 2009
  • Superseded the Epson R-D1
Fujifilm S1 Pro
(Full Review)
  • 3MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2" Fixed Display
  • ISO 320 - 1600
  • No Video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 820g - 148 x 125 x 80mm
  • Released August 2000
  • Successor is Fujifilm S2 Pro
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Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Overview

In this article, we are reviewing the Epson R-D1x versus Fujifilm S1 Pro, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Pro DSLR by manufacturers Epson and FujiFilm. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and Fujifilm S1 Pro (3MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The R-D1x was introduced 8 years after the Fujifilm S1 Pro which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Epson R-D1x being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Fujifilm S1 Pro being a Large SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the R-D1x scores against the Fujifilm S1 Pro in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Fujifilm S1 Pro

 R-D1x Fujifilm S1 Pro 
ReleasedFebruary 2009August 2000Newer by 105 months
Display sizing2.5"2"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution235k200kClearer display (+35k dot)

Reasons to pick Fujifilm S1 Pro over the Epson R-D1x

 Fujifilm S1 Pro R-D1x 

Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Fujifilm S1 Pro

 R-D1x Fujifilm S1 Pro 
Manually focus Dial precise focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch display No Touch display

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Physical Comparison

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Epson R-D1x provides outer measurements of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) and the Fujifilm S1 Pro has proportions of 148mm x 125mm x 80mm (5.8" x 4.9" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 820 grams (1.81 lbs).

Check out the Epson R-D1x versus Fujifilm S1 Pro in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the R-D1x vs the Fujifilm S1 Pro.

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm S1 Pro size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the R-D1x and Fujifilm S1 Pro is 75 and 56 respectively.

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm S1 Pro top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the R-D1x and Fujifilm S1 Pro.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Epson R-D1x to produce extra detail using its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images far more aggressively. The fresher R-D1x provides an advantage in sensor tech.

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm S1 Pro sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Screen and ViewFinder

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Epson R-D1x as a Portrait photography camera
Fujifilm S1 Pro as a Portrait photography camera
47
you can focus manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
does not have liveview
manual mode not available
sensor resolution low (6 megapixels)
46
focusing manually
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
does not have liveview
low resolution (3MP)
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Street Comparison

Epson R-D1x Street photography features
Fujifilm S1 Pro Street photography features
56
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
heavier than competition (620g)
53
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
lighter than others (820g)
no moving screen
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Epson R-D1x Sports photography details
Fujifilm S1 Pro Sports photography details
31
good sensor size (APS-C)
does not have liveview
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (6 megapixels)
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
35
nice sensor size (APS-C)
comes with phase detect autofocus
does not have liveview
slow continuous shooting (2.0 fps)
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (3MP)
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Epson R-D1x
Travel photography with Fujifilm S1 Pro
39
missing Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition (620g)
sensor resolution low (6MP)
display is not selfie friendly
46
lighter than others (820g)
has built in flash
missing Timelapse function
low resolution (3MP)
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Epson R-D1x Landscape photography info
Fujifilm S1 Pro Landscape photography info
45
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Leica M mount)
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
small screen (2.5 inches)
does not have liveview
manual mode not available
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (6MP)
missing Time Lapse mode
43
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Nikon F mount)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
small screen (2")
does not have liveview
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (3MP)
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Epson R-D1x Vlogging features
Fujifilm S1 Pro Vlogging features
9
no video shooting
9
lack of video recording
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Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm S1 Pro Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1x and Fujifilm S1 Pro
 Epson R-D1xFujifilm FinePix S1 Pro
General Information
Brand Epson FujiFilm
Model type Epson R-D1x Fujifilm FinePix S1 Pro
Type Advanced Mirrorless Pro DSLR
Introduced 2009-02-27 2000-08-08
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Large SLR
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.7 x 15.6mm 23 x 15.5mm
Sensor surface area 369.7mm² 356.5mm²
Sensor resolution 6 megapixels 3 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2
Peak resolution 3008 x 2000 3040 x 2016
Highest native ISO 1600 1600
Lowest native ISO 200 320
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Lens
Lens support Leica M Nikon F
Number of lenses 59 309
Crop factor 1.5 1.6
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.5 inches 2 inches
Resolution of display 235 thousand dot 200 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (rangefinder) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage - 90%
Features
Min shutter speed 1 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed - 2.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 15.00 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction, Slow Sync
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash sync - 1/125 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Highest video resolution None None
Video format Motion JPEG -
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 620g (1.37 lbs) 820g (1.81 lbs)
Dimensions 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") 148 x 125 x 80mm (5.8" x 4.9" x 3.1")
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 - 4 x AA
Self timer No Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC card SmartMedia, Compact Flash Type I or II
Storage slots One One
Price at release $1,709 $2,000