Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-T2

Its time to look more closely at the Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-T2, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Epson and FujiFilm. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and Fujifilm X-T2 (24MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The R-D1x was manufactured 8 years earlier than the Fujifilm X-T2 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Epson R-D1x being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Fujifilm X-T2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the R-D1x matches up vs the Fujifilm X-T2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Epson R-D1x and Fujifilm X-T2. The entire galleries are provided at Epson R-D1x Gallery and Fujifilm X-T2 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Epson R-D1x offers exterior 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-T2 has sizing of 133mm x 92mm x 49mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 1.9") with a weight of 507 grams (1.12 lbs).

Check the Epson R-D1x vs Fujifilm X-T2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the R-D1x and the Fujifilm X-T2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the R-D1x and Fujifilm X-T2 is 75 and 76 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at specs. The picture below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the R-D1x and Fujifilm X-T2.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Fujifilm X-T2 to give you extra detail due to its extra 18MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged R-D1x is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.