Epson R-D1x vs Nikon 1 J1

Following is a complete comparison of the Epson R-D1x and Nikon 1 J1, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Epson and Nikon. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and 1 J1 (10MP) and the R-D1x (APS-C) and 1 J1 (1") boast different sensor sizes.

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The R-D1x was manufactured 3 years before the 1 J1 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief overview of how the R-D1x matches up against the 1 J1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Epson R-D1x & Nikon 1 J1. The entire galleries are provided at Epson R-D1x Gallery & Nikon 1 J1 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Epson R-D1x has physical measurements of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) whilst the Nikon 1 J1 has measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the R-D1x vs the 1 J1.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the R-D1x and 1 J1 is 75 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out specs. The picture underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the R-D1x and 1 J1.

All in all, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The R-D1x featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Nikon 1 J1 will provide greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged R-D1x will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.