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Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-H2

Portability
75
Imaging
46
Features
19
Overall
35
Epson R-D1x front
 
Fujifilm X-H2 front
Portability
62
Imaging
76
Features
93
Overall
82

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-H2 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
  • Succeeded the Epson R-D1
Fujifilm X-H2
(Full Review)
  • 40MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 125 - 12800 (Raise to 51200)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 7680 x 4320 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 660g - 136 x 93 x 95mm
  • Launched September 2022
  • Superseded the Fujifilm X-H1
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Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-H2 Overview

The following is a extensive review of the Epson R-D1x and Fujifilm X-H2, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Epson and FujiFilm. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and Fujifilm X-H2 (40MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The R-D1x was revealed 14 years prior to the Fujifilm X-H2 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Epson R-D1x being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Fujifilm X-H2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the R-D1x matches up against the Fujifilm X-H2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Fujifilm X-H2

 R-D1x Fujifilm X-H2 

Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-H2 over the Epson R-D1x

 Fujifilm X-H2 R-D1x 
LaunchedSeptember 2022February 2009Newer by 164 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating screen
Screen dimensions3.00"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution1620k235kSharper screen (+1385k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Fujifilm X-H2

 R-D1x Fujifilm X-H2 
Manually focus More accurate focus

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-H2 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Epson R-D1x provides exterior dimensions 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 X-H2 has dimensions of 136mm x 93mm x 95mm (5.4" x 3.7" x 3.7") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Look at the Epson R-D1x and Fujifilm X-H2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the R-D1x versus the Fujifilm X-H2.

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-H2 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the R-D1x and Fujifilm X-H2 is 75 and 62 respectively.

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-H2 top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-H2 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reading through specs. The pic below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the R-D1x and Fujifilm X-H2.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Fujifilm X-H2 to resolve extra detail because of its extra 34MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged R-D1x is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-H2 sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-H2 Screen and ViewFinder

Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-H2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Epson R-D1x Portrait photography information
Fujifilm X-H2 Portrait photography information
47
focusing manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
does not have liveview
lack of manual mode
MP count low (6MP)
85
focusing manually
megapixel count fantastic (40 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
features face detection focusing
exports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Epson R-D1x
Street photography with Fujifilm X-H2
56
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
heavier than others (620g)
73
screen articulates
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
comes with touch focus
environment sealing
more heavy than average (660g)
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Sports Comparison

Epson R-D1x as a Sports photography camera
Fujifilm X-H2 as a Sports photography camera
31
good sensor size (APS-C)
does not have liveview
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (6MP)
no phase detect autofocus
88
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
silent mode (1/180,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count fantastic (40 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
features tracking autofocus
environment sealing
better than average battery power (680 shots)
comes with phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Epson R-D1x Travel photography factors
Fujifilm X-H2 Travel photography factors
39
no Time Lapse function
heavier than others (620g)
MP count low (6 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
74
better than average battery power (680 CIPA)
environment sealing
has bluetooth
comes with touch focus
megapixel count fantastic (40MP)
selfie friendly display
more heavy than average (660g)
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Landscape Comparison

Epson R-D1x Landscape photography factors
Fujifilm X-H2 Landscape photography factors
45
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Leica M mount)
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
tiny screen (2.5")
does not have liveview
lack of manual mode
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (6MP)
no Time Lapse function
86
focusing manually
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen size is decent (3.00 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count fantastic (40 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
no low pass filter
exports RAW formats
environment sealing
better than average battery power (680 shots)
has dual storage slots
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Epson R-D1x
Vlogging with Fujifilm X-H2
9
no video shooting
74
selfie friendly display
touchscreen functionality
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
features face detection focusing
video resolution high (7680 x 4320 pxls)
does have external microphone jack
more heavy than average (660g)
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Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-H2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1x and Fujifilm X-H2
 Epson R-D1xFujifilm X-H2
General Information
Manufacturer Epson FujiFilm
Model type Epson R-D1x Fujifilm X-H2
Class Advanced Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Released 2009-02-27 2022-09-08
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.7 x 15.6mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor surface area 369.7mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 6 megapixel 40 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 3008 x 2000 7728 x 5152
Max native ISO 1600 12800
Max boosted ISO - 51200
Lowest native ISO 200 125
RAW format
Lowest boosted ISO - 64
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points - 425
Lens
Lens mount type Leica M Fujifilm X
Amount of lenses 59 82
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Screen diagonal 2.5 inches 3.00 inches
Screen resolution 235 thousand dot 1,620 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (rangefinder) Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 5,760 thousand dot
Viewfinder coverage - 100%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.8x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1 seconds 30 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Highest silent shutter speed - 1/180000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed - 15.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings - no built-in flash
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Highest flash sync - 1/250 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions - 8192 x 4320 @ 30p
Max video resolution None 7680x4320
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264, H.265
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 620 gr (1.37 lb) 660 gr (1.46 lb)
Physical dimensions 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") 136 x 93 x 95mm (5.4" x 3.7" x 3.7")
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 - 680 images
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID - NP-W235
Self timer No Yes
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC card 1x CFexpress Type B, 1x UHS-II SD
Storage slots One Dual
Price at launch $1,709 $1,999