Epson R-D1x vs Nikon 1 J4
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Epson R-D1x vs Nikon 1 J4 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
- Released February 2009
- Replaced the Epson R-D1
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 232g - 100 x 60 x 29mm
- Launched April 2014
- Replaced the Nikon 1 J3
- Refreshed by Nikon 1 J5

Epson R-D1x vs Nikon 1 J4 Overview
Lets look a bit more in depth at the Epson R-D1x vs Nikon 1 J4, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Epson and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and 1 J4 (18MP) and the R-D1x (APS-C) and 1 J4 (1") provide different sensor sizing.

The R-D1x was introduced 6 years before the 1 J4 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the R-D1x scores versus the 1 J4 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Epson R-D1x vs Nikon 1 J4 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Epson R-D1x and Nikon 1 J4. The whole galleries are viewable at Epson R-D1x Gallery and Nikon 1 J4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Nikon 1 J4
R-D1x | 1 J4 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J4 over the Epson R-D1x
1 J4 | R-D1x | |||
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Launched | April 2014 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 62 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 235k | Sharper screen (+802k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Nikon 1 J4
R-D1x | 1 J4 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Epson R-D1x vs Nikon 1 J4 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Epson R-D1x comes with outside 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 Nikon 1 J4 has sizing of 100mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).
Take a look at the Epson R-D1x vs Nikon 1 J4 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the R-D1x versus the 1 J4.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R-D1x and 1 J4 is 75 and 92 respectively.

Epson R-D1x vs Nikon 1 J4 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing just by going through specs. The graphic here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the R-D1x and 1 J4.
All in all, both of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The R-D1x with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon 1 J4 will show more detail using its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older R-D1x will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Epson R-D1x vs Nikon 1 J4 Screen and ViewFinder


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Epson R-D1x vs Nikon 1 J4 Specifications
Epson R-D1x | Nikon 1 J4 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Epson | Nikon |
Model | Epson R-D1x | Nikon 1 J4 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2009-02-27 | 2014-04-10 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Expeed 4 |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.7 x 15.6mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.7mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 5232 x 3488 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 160 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 171 |
Cross focus points | - | 105 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Leica M | Nikon 1 |
Amount of lenses | 59 | 13 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 235k dot | 1,037k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 60.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.00 m (ISO 100) |
Flash modes | - | Auto, auto + red-eye reduction, fill-flash, fill-flash w/slow sync, rear curtain sync, rear curtain w/slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1472 x 984 (60p, 30p) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 620g (1.37 pounds) | 232g (0.51 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") | 100 x 60 x 29mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 | - | 300 photographs |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | EN-EL22 |
Self timer | No | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | microSD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $1,709 | $600 |