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Epson R-D1x vs Leica M11 Monochrome

Portability
75
Imaging
46
Features
19
Overall
35
Epson R-D1x front
 
Leica M11 Monochrome front
Portability
76
Imaging
84
Features
52
Overall
71

Epson R-D1x vs Leica M11 Monochrome 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
  • Replaced the Epson R-D1
Leica M11 Monochrome
(Full Review)
  • 60MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.00" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 64 - 50000
  • No Video
  • Leica M Mount
  • 640g - 139 x 80 x 39mm
  • Launched April 2023
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Epson R-D1x vs Leica M11 Monochrome Overview

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Epson R-D1x and Leica M11 Monochrome, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Epson and Leica. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and M11 Monochrome (60MP) and the R-D1x (APS-C) and M11 Monochrome (Full frame) possess totally different sensor size.

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The R-D1x was announced 15 years prior to the M11 Monochrome which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the R-D1x grades versus the M11 Monochrome in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Leica M11 Monochrome

 R-D1x M11 Monochrome 

Reasons to pick Leica M11 Monochrome over the Epson R-D1x

 M11 Monochrome R-D1x 
LaunchedApril 2023February 2009More modern by 171 months
Screen sizing3.00"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution2333k235kCrisper screen (+2098k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Leica M11 Monochrome

 R-D1x M11 Monochrome 
Focus manually More exact focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen

Epson R-D1x vs Leica M11 Monochrome Physical Comparison

If you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Epson R-D1x enjoys outside dimensions of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) while the Leica M11 Monochrome has sizing of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs).

See the Epson R-D1x and Leica M11 Monochrome in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the R-D1x compared to the M11 Monochrome.

Epson R-D1x vs Leica M11 Monochrome size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R-D1x and M11 Monochrome is 75 and 76 respectively.

Epson R-D1x vs Leica M11 Monochrome top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Leica M11 Monochrome Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading through a spec sheet. The picture below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the R-D1x and M11 Monochrome.

As you can see, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The R-D1x having a tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Leica M11 Monochrome will give you more detail with its extra 54 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged R-D1x is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Epson R-D1x vs Leica M11 Monochrome sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Leica M11 Monochrome Screen and ViewFinder

Epson R-D1x vs Leica M11 Monochrome Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Epson R-D1x as a Portrait photography camera
Leica M11 Monochrome as a Portrait photography camera
47
has manual focus
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
doesn't have liveview
no manual exposure
sensor resolution low (6MP)
90
has manual focus
high resolution (60 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Epson R-D1x
Street photography with Leica M11 Monochrome
56
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
more heavy than competition in class (620g)
74
big sensor size (Full frame)
delivers RAW formats
weather sealing
above average ISO range (50,000)
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Epson R-D1x Sports photography information
Leica M11 Monochrome Sports photography information
31
sensor size is good (APS-C)
doesn't have liveview
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (6 megapixels)
does not have phase detect auto focus
69
quiet shutter (1/16,000s)
high resolution (60 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
weather sealing
better than average battery life (700 shots)
max frames per second very slow (4.5 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Epson R-D1x
Travel photography with Leica M11 Monochrome
39
missing Timelapse mode
more heavy than competition in class (620 grams)
sensor resolution low (6 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
71
better than average battery life (700 shots)
weather sealing
high resolution (60MP)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
does not have a selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Epson R-D1x
Landscape photography with Leica M11 Monochrome
45
has manual focus
swap lenses (Leica M mount)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
small screen (2.5 inches)
doesn't have liveview
no manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (6 megapixels)
missing Timelapse mode
82
has manual focus
switch lenses (Leica M mount)
screen size is good (3.00 inch)
high resolution (60 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
above average ISO range (50,000)
delivers RAW formats
weather sealing
better than average battery life (700 per charge)
no image stabilization
doesn't have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Epson R-D1x
Vlogging with Leica M11 Monochrome
9
can't record video
9
can't record video
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Epson R-D1x vs Leica M11 Monochrome Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1x and Leica M11 Monochrome
 Epson R-D1xLeica M11 Monochrome
General Information
Brand Epson Leica
Model type Epson R-D1x Leica M11 Monochrome
Class Advanced Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Revealed 2009-02-27 2023-04-14
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor measurements 23.7 x 15.6mm 36 x 24mm
Sensor surface area 369.7mm² 864.0mm²
Sensor resolution 6MP 60MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2
Max resolution 3008 x 2000 9528 x 6328
Max native ISO 1600 50000
Lowest native ISO 200 64
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Lens
Lens support Leica M Leica M
Total lenses 59 62
Crop factor 1.5 1
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.5 inches 3.00 inches
Display resolution 235k dots 2,333k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (rangefinder) Optical (rangefinder)
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.73x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 1s 3600s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Fastest quiet shutter speed - 1/16000s
Continuous shutter rate - 4.5 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash modes - no built-in flash
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Max video resolution None None
Video file format Motion JPEG -
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None Optional
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 620 grams (1.37 lb) 640 grams (1.41 lb)
Dimensions 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") 139 x 80 x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 100
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 26.3
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 14.8
DXO Low light rating not tested 3376
Other
Battery life - 700 pictures
Battery type - Battery Pack
Battery ID - BC-SCL7
Self timer No Yes (2 or 12s)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC card UHS II type SD
Card slots Single Single
Cost at release $1,709 $9,195