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Epson R-D1x vs Leica TL

Portability
75
Imaging
46
Features
19
Overall
35
Epson R-D1x front
 
Leica TL front
Portability
85
Imaging
60
Features
58
Overall
59

Epson R-D1x vs Leica TL 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
  • Introduced February 2009
  • Succeeded the Epson R-D1
Leica TL
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12500
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 384g - 134 x 69 x 33mm
  • Revealed November 2016
  • Newer Model is Leica TL2
Photography Glossary

Epson R-D1x vs Leica TL Overview

On this page, we will be comparing the Epson R-D1x vs Leica TL, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Epson and Leica. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and TL (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The R-D1x was introduced 8 years before the TL and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the R-D1x grades vs the TL in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Leica TL

 R-D1x TL 

Reasons to pick Leica TL over the Epson R-D1x

 TL R-D1x 
RevealedNovember 2016February 2009Fresher by 93 months
Screen dimensions3.7"2.5"Bigger screen (+1.2")
Screen resolution1230k235kClearer screen (+995k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Leica TL

 R-D1x TL 
Focus manually More accurate focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen

Epson R-D1x vs Leica TL Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Epson R-D1x enjoys physical dimensions of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) and the Leica TL has sizing of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs).

Analyze the Epson R-D1x vs Leica TL in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the R-D1x vs the TL.

Epson R-D1x vs Leica TL size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R-D1x and TL is 75 and 85 respectively.

Epson R-D1x vs Leica TL top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Leica TL Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing only by researching specs. The visual below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the R-D1x and TL.

All in all, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Leica TL to render greater detail using its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older R-D1x will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Epson R-D1x vs Leica TL sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Leica TL Screen and ViewFinder

Epson R-D1x vs Leica TL Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Epson R-D1x Portrait photography info
Leica TL Portrait photography info
47
focusing manually
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
no liveview feature
manual exposure not available
sensor resolution low (6 megapixels)
76
manual focus
resolution is good (16MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports face detection autofocus
supports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Epson R-D1x
Street photography with Leica TL
56
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
fixed screen
no image stabilization
more heavy than competition (620 grams)
70
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
supports focus via touch
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Epson R-D1x
Sports photography with Leica TL
31
nice sensor size (APS-C)
no liveview feature
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (6 megapixels)
lack of phase detect auto focus
55
resolution is good (16MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports tracking autofocus
max frames per second low (5.0 frames per second)
lack of image stabilization
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Epson R-D1x Travel photography advice
Leica TL Travel photography advice
39
no Timelapse function
more heavy than competition (620 grams)
sensor resolution low (6 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
70
supports focus via touch
resolution is good (16MP)
has built in flash
lack of Timelapse recording
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Epson R-D1x as a Landscape photography camera
Leica TL as a Landscape photography camera
45
focusing manually
swap lenses (Leica M mount)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inches)
no liveview feature
manual exposure not available
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (6 megapixels)
no Timelapse function
70
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Leica L mount)
screen larger than average (3.7")
resolution is good (16MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
lack of image stabilization
lack of Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Epson R-D1x Vlogging info
Leica TL Vlogging info
9
no video
33
built-in touchscreen
supports face detection autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
display isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
lack of external microphone support
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Epson R-D1x vs Leica TL Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1x and Leica TL
 Epson R-D1xLeica TL
General Information
Brand Name Epson Leica
Model Epson R-D1x Leica TL
Category Advanced Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Introduced 2009-02-27 2016-11-08
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.7 x 15.6mm 23.6 x 15.7mm
Sensor surface area 369.7mm² 370.5mm²
Sensor resolution 6MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2
Peak resolution 3008 x 2000 4928 x 3264
Highest native ISO 1600 12500
Minimum native ISO 200 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Lens
Lens mount Leica M Leica L
Amount of lenses 59 4
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.5" 3.7"
Display resolution 235k dots 1,230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (rangefinder) Electronic (optional)
Features
Min shutter speed 1s 30s
Max shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter rate - 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash 4.50 m (at ISO 100)
Flash settings - Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, off, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions - 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p)
Highest video resolution None 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None Optional
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 620 grams (1.37 pounds) 384 grams (0.85 pounds)
Physical dimensions 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") 134 x 69 x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3")
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 - 400 pictures
Battery style - Battery Pack
Battery model - BP-DC13
Self timer No Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC card Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at release $1,709 $1,009