Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm S3 Pro

Below is a extended review of the Epson R-D1x versus Fujifilm S3 Pro, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Pro DSLR by competitors Epson and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the R-D1x (6MP) and the Fujifilm S3 Pro (6MP) is very comparable and they use the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The R-D1x was brought out 4 years later than the Fujifilm S3 Pro and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Epson R-D1x being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Fujifilm S3 Pro being a Large SLR camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the R-D1x matches up against the Fujifilm S3 Pro in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Epson R-D1x & Fujifilm FinePix S3 Pro. The entire galleries are provided at Epson R-D1x Gallery & Fujifilm S3 Pro Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Epson R-D1x offers physical measurements of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) while the Fujifilm S3 Pro has dimensions of 148mm x 135mm x 80mm (5.8" x 5.3" x 3.1") with a weight of 930 grams (2.05 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the R-D1x vs the Fujifilm S3 Pro.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R-D1x and Fujifilm S3 Pro is 75 and 54 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements merely by going through specs. The graphic below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the R-D1x and Fujifilm S3 Pro.

All in all, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of pictures however you should factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer R-D1x will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.