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Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-E2S

Portability
75
Imaging
46
Features
19
Overall
35
Epson R-D1x front
 
Fujifilm X-E2S front
Portability
85
Imaging
59
Features
75
Overall
65

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-E2S 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-E2S
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 6400 (Raise to 51200)
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
  • Revealed January 2016
  • Succeeded the Fujifilm X-E2
  • Later Model is Fujifilm X-E3
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Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-E2S Overview

In this article, we are comparing the Epson R-D1x versus Fujifilm X-E2S, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Epson and FujiFilm. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The R-D1x was introduced 7 years prior to the Fujifilm X-E2S which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the R-D1x matches up vs the Fujifilm X-E2S with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Fujifilm X-E2S

 R-D1x Fujifilm X-E2S 

Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2S over the Epson R-D1x

 Fujifilm X-E2S R-D1x 
RevealedJanuary 2016February 2009More modern by 83 months
Display sizing3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution1040k235kClearer display (+805k dot)

Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Fujifilm X-E2S

 R-D1x Fujifilm X-E2S 
Manual focus More exact focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lack of Touch friendly display

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-E2S Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Epson R-D1x provides outside measurements of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X-E2S has sizing of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Examine the Epson R-D1x versus Fujifilm X-E2S in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the R-D1x versus the Fujifilm X-E2S.

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-E2S size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the R-D1x and Fujifilm X-E2S is 75 and 85 respectively.

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-E2S top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-E2S Sensor Comparison

In many cases, its difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes purely by going through a spec sheet. The pic underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the R-D1x and Fujifilm X-E2S.

Clearly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Fujifilm X-E2S to produce more detail using its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged R-D1x will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-E2S sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-E2S Screen and ViewFinder

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-E2S Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Epson R-D1x
Portrait photography with Fujifilm X-E2S
47
has manual focus
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW files
does not have liveview
manual mode not available
MP count low (6 megapixels)
75
focusing manually
good resolution (16MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
provides face detect focus
exports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Epson R-D1x as a Street photography camera
Fujifilm X-E2S as a Street photography camera
56
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW files
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
more heavy than others in class (620g)
66
good sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
fixed screen
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Epson R-D1x Sports photography advice
Fujifilm X-E2S Sports photography advice
31
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
does not have liveview
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (6 megapixels)
doesn't have phase detect AF
69
good resolution (16MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
provides tracking focus
sensor has phase detect auto focus
no image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Epson R-D1x Travel photography info
Fujifilm X-E2S Travel photography info
39
no Timelapse mode
more heavy than others in class (620g)
MP count low (6MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
72
good resolution (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Epson R-D1x as a Landscape photography camera
Fujifilm X-E2S as a Landscape photography camera
45
has manual focus
switch lenses (Leica M mount)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW files
small screen (2.5 inch)
does not have liveview
manual mode not available
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (6 megapixels)
no Timelapse mode
75
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is good (3 inches)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
doesnt have low pass filter
exports RAW formats
no image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Epson R-D1x Vlogging factors
Fujifilm X-E2S Vlogging factors
9
no video shooting
34
provides face detect focus
high video quality (1920 x 1080 resolution)
includes microphone jack
display is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
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Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-E2S Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1x and Fujifilm X-E2S
 Epson R-D1xFujifilm X-E2S
General Information
Brand Epson FujiFilm
Model type Epson R-D1x Fujifilm X-E2S
Class Advanced Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Revealed 2009-02-27 2016-01-15
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 measurements 23.7 x 15.6mm 23.6 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 369.7mm² 368.2mm²
Sensor resolution 6 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 3008 x 2000 4896 x 3264
Highest native ISO 1600 6400
Highest boosted ISO - 51200
Minimum native ISO 200 200
RAW format
Minimum boosted ISO - 100
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points - 77
Lens
Lens support Leica M Fujifilm X
Total lenses 59 54
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.5 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 235 thousand dot 1,040 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (rangefinder) Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 2,360 thousand dot
Viewfinder coverage - 100%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.62x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1s 30s
Highest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shooting speed - 7.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 7.00 m (@ ISO 200)
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain, Commander
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Highest flash sync - 1/180s
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions - 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p)
Highest video resolution None 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
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 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
Battery life - 350 pictures
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID - NP-W126
Self timer No Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC card SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at launch $1,709 $599