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Epson R-D1x vs Nikon 1 S1

Portability
75
Imaging
46
Features
19
Overall
35
Epson R-D1x front
 
Nikon 1 S1 front
Portability
92
Imaging
40
Features
56
Overall
46

Epson R-D1x vs Nikon 1 S1 Key Specs

Epson R-D1x
(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
  • Earlier Model is Epson R-D1
Nikon 1 S1
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Nikon 1 Mount
  • 197g - 102 x 61 x 30mm
  • Released June 2013
  • New Model is Nikon 1 S2
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Epson R-D1x vs Nikon 1 S1 Overview

Below is a complete review of the Epson R-D1x versus Nikon 1 S1, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Epson and Nikon. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and 1 S1 (10MP) and the R-D1x (APS-C) and 1 S1 (1") come with different sensor sizing.

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The R-D1x was revealed 5 years earlier than the 1 S1 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the R-D1x scores vs the 1 S1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Nikon 1 S1

 R-D1x 1 S1 

Reasons to pick Nikon 1 S1 over the Epson R-D1x

 1 S1 R-D1x 
ReleasedJune 2013February 2009More recent by 52 months
Screen sizing3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution460k235kCrisper screen (+225k dot)

Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Nikon 1 S1

 R-D1x 1 S1 
Manually focus More exact focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither offers selfie screen
Touch screen Lacking Touch screen

Epson R-D1x vs Nikon 1 S1 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to lug around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Epson R-D1x offers 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) whilst the Nikon 1 S1 has measurements of 102mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Analyze the Epson R-D1x versus Nikon 1 S1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the R-D1x compared to the 1 S1.

Epson R-D1x vs Nikon 1 S1 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the R-D1x and 1 S1 is 75 and 92 respectively.

Epson R-D1x vs Nikon 1 S1 top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Nikon 1 S1 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements simply by going over specifications. The photograph underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the R-D1x and 1 S1.

Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The R-D1x using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Nikon 1 S1 will offer you greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The older R-D1x is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Epson R-D1x vs Nikon 1 S1 sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Nikon 1 S1 Screen and ViewFinder

Epson R-D1x vs Nikon 1 S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Epson R-D1x Portrait photography advice
Nikon 1 S1 Portrait photography advice
47
manual focus
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
does not have liveview
no manual control
megapixel count low (6MP)
48
has manual focus
sensor size is nice (1")
saves RAW formats
external flash not possible
low megapixels (10MP)
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Epson R-D1x
Street photography with Nikon 1 S1
56
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
heavier than competitors in class (620 grams)
69
sensor size is nice (1")
saves RAW formats
lighter than others in class (197 grams)
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Epson R-D1x
Sports photography with Nikon 1 S1
31
sensor size is good (APS-C)
does not have liveview
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (6 megapixels)
no phase detect autofocus
48
silent shutter (1/16,000 seconds)
sensor size is nice (1")
offers tracking focus
comes with phase detect AF
no image stabilization
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
bad battery (220 shots)
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Travel Comparison

Epson R-D1x Travel photography factors
Nikon 1 S1 Travel photography factors
39
missing Time Lapse recording
heavier than competitors in class (620g)
megapixel count low (6 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
60
lighter than others in class (197 grams)
built-in flash
bad battery (220 shots)
low megapixels (10MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Epson R-D1x Landscape photography factors
Nikon 1 S1 Landscape photography factors
45
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Leica M mount)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
tiny screen (2.5")
does not have liveview
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (6MP)
missing Time Lapse recording
56
has manual focus
change lenses (Nikon 1 mount)
decent sized screen (3")
sensor size is nice (1")
saves RAW formats
no image stabilization
low megapixels (10MP)
bad battery (220 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Epson R-D1x
Vlogging with Nikon 1 S1
9
no video shooting
30
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than others in class (197 grams)
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
lack of mic jack
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Epson R-D1x vs Nikon 1 S1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1x and Nikon 1 S1
 Epson R-D1xNikon 1 S1
General Information
Company Epson Nikon
Model type Epson R-D1x Nikon 1 S1
Category Advanced Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Released 2009-02-27 2013-06-21
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size APS-C 1"
Sensor dimensions 23.7 x 15.6mm 13.2 x 8.8mm
Sensor area 369.7mm² 116.2mm²
Sensor resolution 6 megapixels 10 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 3008 x 2000 3872 x 2592
Max native ISO 1600 12800
Min native ISO 200 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points - 135
Lens
Lens mount type Leica M Nikon 1
Available lenses 59 13
Focal length multiplier 1.5 2.7
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.5 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 235 thousand dot 460 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (rangefinder) None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 1 secs 30 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/4000 secs
Maximum silent shutter speed - 1/16000 secs
Continuous shooting speed - 15.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 5.00 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Maximum flash sync - 1/60 secs
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported 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
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Optional
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 620 grams (1.37 pounds) 197 grams (0.43 pounds)
Dimensions 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") 102 x 61 x 30mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.2")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 56
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 21.4
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 11.1
DXO Low light rating not tested 397
Other
Battery life - 220 photos
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery ID - EN-EL20
Self timer No Yes
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC card SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Storage slots Single Single
Launch price $1,709 $231