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Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm S2 Pro

Portability
75
Imaging
46
Features
19
Overall
35
Epson R-D1x front
 
Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro front
Portability
56
Imaging
42
Features
39
Overall
40

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm S2 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
  • Released February 2009
  • Superseded the Epson R-D1
Fujifilm S2 Pro
(Full Review)
  • 6MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 1.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • No Video
  • Nikon F Mount
  • 850g - 142 x 131 x 80mm
  • Revealed August 2002
  • Older Model is Fujifilm S1 Pro
  • Successor is Fujifilm S3 Pro
Photography Glossary

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm S2 Pro Overview

Here is a complete comparison of the Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm S2 Pro, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro DSLR by competitors Epson and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the R-D1x (6MP) and the Fujifilm S2 Pro (6MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The R-D1x was brought out 6 years later than the Fujifilm S2 Pro and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Epson R-D1x being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Fujifilm S2 Pro being a Large SLR camera.

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise summary of how the R-D1x grades vs the Fujifilm S2 Pro when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Fujifilm S2 Pro

 R-D1x Fujifilm S2 Pro 
RevealedFebruary 2009August 2002Fresher by 81 months
Screen dimensions2.5"1.8"Bigger screen (+0.7")
Screen resolution235k117kSharper screen (+118k dot)

Reasons to pick Fujifilm S2 Pro over the Epson R-D1x

 Fujifilm S2 Pro R-D1x 

Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Fujifilm S2 Pro

 R-D1x Fujifilm S2 Pro 
Manual focus Very exact focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm S2 Pro Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and volume. The Epson R-D1x offers outside dimensions 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 S2 Pro has sizing of 142mm x 131mm x 80mm (5.6" x 5.2" x 3.1") having a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs).

Examine the Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm S2 Pro in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the R-D1x and the Fujifilm S2 Pro.

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm S2 Pro size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the R-D1x and Fujifilm S2 Pro is 75 and 56 respectively.

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm S2 Pro top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm S2 Pro Sensor Comparison

Generally, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing specifications. The graphic here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the R-D1x and Fujifilm S2 Pro.

Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos however you should always factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent R-D1x should have an advantage in sensor tech.

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm S2 Pro sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm S2 Pro Screen and ViewFinder

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm S2 Pro Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Epson R-D1x as a Portrait photography camera
Fujifilm S2 Pro as a Portrait photography camera
47
manual focus
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
no liveview
no manual mode
sensor resolution not great (6MP)
49
has manual focus
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
no liveview feature
low MP (6 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Epson R-D1x Street photography factors
Fujifilm S2 Pro Street photography factors
56
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
more heavy than competition (620g)
57
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
environment proofing
lighter than others (850 grams)
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Epson R-D1x
Sports photography with Fujifilm S2 Pro
31
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
no liveview
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (6MP)
lacks phase detect autofocus
42
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
environment proofing
sensor has phase detect AF
no liveview feature
max frames per second low (2.0 frames per second)
does not have image stabilization
low MP (6 megapixels)
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Epson R-D1x
Travel photography with Fujifilm S2 Pro
39
no Timelapse recording
more heavy than competition (620 grams)
sensor resolution not great (6 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
50
lighter than others (850 grams)
environment proofing
has built in flash
missing Timelapse function
low MP (6MP)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Epson R-D1x Landscape photography details
Fujifilm S2 Pro Landscape photography details
45
manual focus
change lenses (Leica M mount)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
small screen (2.5")
no liveview
no manual mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (6MP)
no Timelapse recording
47
has manual focus
switch lenses (Nikon F mount)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
environment proofing
small screen (1.8 inches)
no liveview feature
does not have image stabilization
low MP (6 megapixels)
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Epson R-D1x Vlogging highlights
Fujifilm S2 Pro Vlogging highlights
9
lack of video recording
9
lack of video recording
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Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm S2 Pro Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1x and Fujifilm S2 Pro
 Epson R-D1xFujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
General Information
Brand Epson FujiFilm
Model type Epson R-D1x Fujifilm FinePix S2 Pro
Category Advanced Mirrorless Pro DSLR
Released 2009-02-27 2002-08-02
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 megapixel 6 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2
Maximum resolution 3008 x 2000 4256 x 2848
Maximum native ISO 1600 1600
Min native ISO 200 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Lens
Lens support Leica M Nikon F
Available lenses 59 309
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.6
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.5 inch 1.8 inch
Resolution of display 235 thousand dot 117 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (rangefinder) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage - 92%
Features
Slowest shutter speed 1 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed - 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 15.00 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction, Slow Sync
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash sync - 1/125 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Maximum video resolution None None
Video data format Motion JPEG -
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 620g (1.37 pounds) 850g (1.87 pounds)
Physical dimensions 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") 142 x 131 x 80mm (5.6" x 5.2" x 3.1")
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
Self timer No Yes (2, 5, 2 or 100 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card SmartMedia, Compact Flash Type I or II
Storage slots Single Single
Retail cost $1,709 $2,000