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Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-A3

Portability
75
Imaging
46
Features
19
Overall
35
Epson R-D1x front
 
Fujifilm X-A3 front
Portability
86
Imaging
68
Features
75
Overall
70

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-A3 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
  • Revealed February 2009
  • Succeeded the Epson R-D1
Fujifilm X-A3
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 200 - 6400 (Increase to 25600)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 339g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
  • Launched August 2016
  • Older Model is Fujifilm X-A2
  • Later Model is Fujifilm X-A5
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Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-A3 Overview

Here is a extensive overview of the Epson R-D1x and Fujifilm X-A3, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Epson and FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The R-D1x was manufactured 8 years earlier than the Fujifilm X-A3 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the R-D1x grades versus the Fujifilm X-A3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Fujifilm X-A3

 R-D1x Fujifilm X-A3 

Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A3 over the Epson R-D1x

 Fujifilm X-A3 R-D1x 
LaunchedAugust 2016February 2009Fresher by 91 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display dimensions3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution1040k235kCrisper display (+805k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Fujifilm X-A3

 R-D1x Fujifilm X-A3 
Manually focus More accurate focusing

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-A3 Physical Comparison

When you are going to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and size. The Epson R-D1x has exterior measurements 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 X-A3 has specifications of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 339 grams (0.75 lbs).

Check out the Epson R-D1x and Fujifilm X-A3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the R-D1x against the Fujifilm X-A3.

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-A3 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the R-D1x and Fujifilm X-A3 is 75 and 86 respectively.

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-A3 top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-A3 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is very hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing technical specs. The visual underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the R-D1x and Fujifilm X-A3.

As you can tell, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Fujifilm X-A3 to result in extra detail due to its extra 18 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older R-D1x will be behind in sensor innovation.

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-A3 sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-A3 Screen and ViewFinder

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-A3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Epson R-D1x
Portrait photography with Fujifilm X-A3
47
you can focus manually
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
doesn't have liveview
manual exposure not available
sensor resolution low (6MP)
80
you can focus manually
MP count good (24MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
includes face detection autofocus
saves RAW files
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Street Comparison

Epson R-D1x Street photography highlights
Fujifilm X-A3 Street photography highlights
56
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
more heavy than competitors in class (620 grams)
80
screen tilts
decent sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
offers focus via touch
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Epson R-D1x Sports photography details
Fujifilm X-A3 Sports photography details
31
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
doesn't have liveview
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (6MP)
has no phase detect auto focus
65
quiet shooting (1/32,000s)
MP count good (24MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
includes tracking autofocus
great battery (410 shots)
max frames per second low (6.0 fps)
lack of image stabilization
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Epson R-D1x Travel photography info
Fujifilm X-A3 Travel photography info
39
missing Timelapse function
more heavy than competitors in class (620 grams)
sensor resolution low (6 megapixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
88
great battery (410 per charge)
offers focus via touch
MP count good (24MP)
has built in flash
selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Epson R-D1x Landscape photography details
Fujifilm X-A3 Landscape photography details
45
you can focus manually
change lenses (Leica M mount)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inches)
doesn't have liveview
manual exposure not available
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (6MP)
missing Timelapse function
79
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3 inch)
MP count good (24MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
great battery (410 shots)
lack of image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Epson R-D1x as a Vlogging camera
Fujifilm X-A3 as a Vlogging camera
9
can't record video
74
selfie friendly screen
built-in touchscreen
includes face detection autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lack of image stabilization
doesn't have external microphone socket
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Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-A3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1x and Fujifilm X-A3
 Epson R-D1xFujifilm X-A3
General Information
Make Epson FujiFilm
Model Epson R-D1x Fujifilm X-A3
Category Advanced Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Revealed 2009-02-27 2016-08-25
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by - EXR Processor II
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.7 x 15.6mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor surface area 369.7mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 6 megapixel 24 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 3008 x 2000 6000 x 4000
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Max boosted ISO - 25600
Lowest native ISO 200 200
RAW pictures
Lowest boosted ISO - 100
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points - 77
Lens
Lens mount Leica M Fujifilm X
Number of lenses 59 54
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Tilting
Display sizing 2.5 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 235k dots 1,040k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display tech - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (rangefinder) None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 1 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Maximum quiet shutter speed - 1/32000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate - 6.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash 7.00 m (at ISO 200)
Flash modes - Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize - 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions - 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 24p)
Max video resolution None 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none NP-W126S lithium-ion battery & USB charger
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 620 grams (1.37 lbs) 339 grams (0.75 lbs)
Physical dimensions 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 410 images
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-W126
Self timer No Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC card SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Card slots 1 1
Pricing at launch $1,709 $480