Epson R-D1x vs Leica TL2
75 Imaging
46 Features
19 Overall
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85 Imaging
68 Features
64 Overall
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Epson R-D1x vs Leica TL2 Key Specs
(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
- Superseded the Epson R-D1
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 50000
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 399g - 134 x 69 x 33mm
- Released July 2017
- Replaced the Leica TL
Epson R-D1x vs Leica TL2 Overview
Following is a thorough review of the Epson R-D1x vs Leica TL2, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Epson and Leica. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and TL2 (24MP) but they come with the exact same sensor size (APS-C).
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe R-D1x was launched 9 years before the TL2 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summation of how the R-D1x grades vs the TL2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Epson R-D1x vs Leica TL2 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Epson R-D1x & Leica TL2. The complete galleries are viewable at Epson R-D1x Gallery & Leica TL2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Leica TL2
R-D1x | TL2 |
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Reasons to pick Leica TL2 over the Epson R-D1x
TL2 | R-D1x | |||
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Released | July 2017 | February 2009 | More modern by 101 months | |
Display dimension | 3.7" | 2.5" | Larger display (+1.2") | |
Display resolution | 1230k | 235k | Clearer display (+995k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Leica TL2
R-D1x | TL2 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Epson R-D1x vs Leica TL2 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Epson R-D1x features external measurements of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) and the Leica TL2 has specifications of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs).
Check out the Epson R-D1x vs Leica TL2 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the R-D1x against the TL2.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R-D1x and TL2 is 75 and 85 respectively.
Epson R-D1x vs Leica TL2 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the R-D1x and TL2.
As you can see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Leica TL2 to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 18 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The more aged R-D1x is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
Epson R-D1x vs Leica TL2 Screen and ViewFinder
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Epson R-D1x vs Leica TL2 Specifications
Epson R-D1x | Leica TL2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Epson | Leica |
Model type | Epson R-D1x | Leica TL2 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Released | 2009-02-27 | 2017-07-10 |
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 | 6 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 6016 x 4014 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 50000 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Leica M | Leica L |
Total lenses | 59 | 4 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inch | 3.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 235k dots | 1,230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Highest silent shutter speed | - | 1/40000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | - | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Maximum video resolution | None | 3840x2160 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 620g (1.37 pounds) | 399g (0.88 pounds) |
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 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 | - | 250 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | 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 launch | $1,709 | $2,195 |