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Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-E2

Portability
75
Imaging
46
Features
19
Overall
35
Epson R-D1x front
 
Fujifilm X-E2 front
Portability
85
Imaging
59
Features
73
Overall
64

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-E2 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
  • Released February 2009
  • Superseded the Epson R-D1
Fujifilm X-E2
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 6400
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
  • Announced March 2014
  • Older Model is Fujifilm X-E1
  • Renewed by Fujifilm X-E2S
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Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-E2 Overview

Here is a detailed analysis of the Epson R-D1x versus Fujifilm X-E2, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Epson and FujiFilm. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

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The R-D1x was unveiled 6 years prior to the Fujifilm X-E2 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the R-D1x grades versus the Fujifilm X-E2 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-E2

 R-D1x Fujifilm X-E2 

Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2 over the Epson R-D1x

 Fujifilm X-E2 R-D1x 
AnnouncedMarch 2014February 2009Fresher by 61 months
Display dimension3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution1040k235kClearer display (+805k dot)

Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Fujifilm X-E2

 R-D1x Fujifilm X-E2 
Manually focus More precise focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch display Neither includes Touch display

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-E2 Physical Comparison

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Epson R-D1x features outside dimensions of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X-E2 has sizing of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Look at the Epson R-D1x versus Fujifilm X-E2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the R-D1x compared to the Fujifilm X-E2.

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-E2 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R-D1x and Fujifilm X-E2 is 75 and 85 respectively.

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-E2 top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-E2 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is very tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing technical specs. The visual underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the R-D1x and Fujifilm X-E2.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Fujifilm X-E2 to result in greater detail having an extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively. The older R-D1x will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-E2 sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-E2 Screen and ViewFinder

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-E2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Epson R-D1x as a Portrait photography camera
Fujifilm X-E2 as a Portrait photography camera
47
has manual focus
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
no liveview
no manual control
megapixel count low (6MP)
75
you can focus manually
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
has face detect autofocus
delivers RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Epson R-D1x
Street photography with Fujifilm X-E2
56
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
heavier than competition in class (620g)
66
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
fixed screen
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Epson R-D1x as a Sports photography camera
Fujifilm X-E2 as a Sports photography camera
31
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
no liveview
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (6 megapixels)
lack of phase detect auto focus
69
MP count decent (16MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
has tracking focus
has phase detect autofocus
no image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Epson R-D1x Travel photography features
Fujifilm X-E2 Travel photography features
39
lack of Time Lapse function
heavier than competition in class (620 grams)
megapixel count low (6MP)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
72
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
does not contain selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Epson R-D1x Landscape photography features
Fujifilm X-E2 Landscape photography features
45
has manual focus
swap lenses (Leica M mount)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
screen is small (2.5 inches)
no liveview
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (6MP)
lack of Time Lapse function
74
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
nice screen size (3 inches)
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
no image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Epson R-D1x Vlogging information
Fujifilm X-E2 Vlogging information
9
no video shooting
34
has face detect autofocus
great video quality (1920 x 1080 pxls)
has mic port
does not contain selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
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Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-E2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1x and Fujifilm X-E2
 Epson R-D1xFujifilm X-E2
General Information
Make Epson FujiFilm
Model Epson R-D1x Fujifilm X-E2
Class Advanced Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Released 2009-02-27 2014-03-05
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip - EXR Processor II
Sensor type CCD CMOS X-TRANS II
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.7 x 15.6mm 23.6 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 369.7mm² 368.2mm²
Sensor resolution 6MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 3008 x 2000 4896 x 3264
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Min native ISO 200 200
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points - 49
Lens
Lens mounting type Leica M Fujifilm X
Total lenses 59 54
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.5 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 235 thousand dot 1,040 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Screen technology - TFT color LCD monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (rangefinder) Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 2,360 thousand dot
Viewfinder coverage - 100%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.62x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 1 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed - 7.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash 7.00 m (@ ISO 200)
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash sync - 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions - 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p)
Max video resolution None 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 620 grams (1.37 lbs) 350 grams (0.77 lbs)
Dimensions 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") 129 x 75 x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 - 350 shots
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model - W126
Self timer No Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Launch pricing $1,709 $450