Epson R-D1x vs Nikon 1 J2
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Epson R-D1x vs Nikon 1 J2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 1600
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 620g - 142 x 89 x 40mm
- Announced February 2009
- Older Model is Epson R-D1
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 238g - 106 x 61 x 30mm
- Released August 2012
- Earlier Model is Nikon 1 J1
- New Model is Nikon 1 J3
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Below, we are contrasting the Epson R-D1x versus Nikon 1 J2, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Epson and Nikon. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and 1 J2 (10MP) and the R-D1x (APS-C) and 1 J2 (1") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe R-D1x was unveiled 4 years before the 1 J2 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick view of how the R-D1x scores versus the 1 J2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Epson R-D1x & Nikon 1 J2. The full galleries are provided at Epson R-D1x Gallery & Nikon 1 J2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Nikon 1 J2
| R-D1x | 1 J2 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J2 over the Epson R-D1x
| 1 J2 | R-D1x | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | August 2012 |  | February 2009 | More recent by 41 months |
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
| Display resolution | 921k |  | 235k | Clearer display (+686k dot) |
Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Nikon 1 J2
| R-D1x | 1 J2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial precise focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Epson R-D1x vs Nikon 1 J2 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Epson R-D1x has got 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 Nikon 1 J2 has specifications of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).
Check out the Epson R-D1x versus Nikon 1 J2 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the R-D1x versus the 1 J2.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R-D1x and 1 J2 is 75 and 91 respectively.
Epson R-D1x vs Nikon 1 J2 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out specs. The graphic underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the R-D1x and 1 J2.
All in all, each of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The R-D1x using its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon 1 J2 will provide greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The older R-D1x will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Epson R-D1x vs Nikon 1 J2 Specifications
| Epson R-D1x | Nikon 1 J2 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Epson | Nikon |
| Model type | Epson R-D1x | Nikon 1 J2 |
| Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Announced | 2009-02-27 | 2012-08-09 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | Expeed 3 |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
| Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.6mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
| Sensor area | 369.7mm² | 116.2mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 6MP | 10MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 3872 x 2592 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 135 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Leica M | Nikon 1 |
| Amount of lenses | 59 | 13 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.7 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.5" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 235k dot | 921k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (rangefinder) | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 1 secs | 30 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Max quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | 5.00 m |
| Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash sync | - | 1/60 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) |
| Max video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 620g (1.37 lb) | 238g (0.52 lb) |
| Dimensions | 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") | 106 x 61 x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | not tested | 54 |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.3 |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.8 |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | 363 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 230 pictures |
| Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | EN-EL20 |
| Self timer | No | Yes |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail cost | $1,709 | $550 |
