Epson R-D1x vs Nikon 1 V1
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Epson R-D1x vs Nikon 1 V1 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
- Replaced the Epson R-D1
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 383g - 113 x 76 x 44mm
- Introduced January 2012
- Renewed by Nikon 1 V2
Epson R-D1x vs Nikon 1 V1 Overview
Lets take a deeper look at the Epson R-D1x vs Nikon 1 V1, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter 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 V1 (10MP) and the R-D1x (APS-C) and 1 V1 (1") offer totally different sensor size.
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's DominanceThe R-D1x was revealed 3 years prior to the 1 V1 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the R-D1x grades against the 1 V1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Epson R-D1x vs Nikon 1 V1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Epson R-D1x & Nikon 1 V1. The full galleries are provided at Epson R-D1x Gallery & Nikon 1 V1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Nikon 1 V1
R-D1x | 1 V1 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V1 over the Epson R-D1x
1 V1 | R-D1x | |||
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Introduced | January 2012 | February 2009 | Newer by 35 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 235k | Crisper screen (+686k dot) |
Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Nikon 1 V1
R-D1x | 1 V1 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Epson R-D1x vs Nikon 1 V1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Epson R-D1x has exterior dimensions of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) while the Nikon 1 V1 has dimensions of 113mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs).
Look at the Epson R-D1x vs Nikon 1 V1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the R-D1x vs the 1 V1.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the R-D1x and 1 V1 is 75 and 84 respectively.
Epson R-D1x vs Nikon 1 V1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions purely by going through specs. The picture below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the R-D1x and 1 V1.
All in all, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The R-D1x having a bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon 1 V1 will provide greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged R-D1x will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.
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Epson R-D1x vs Nikon 1 V1 Specifications
Epson R-D1x | Nikon 1 V1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Epson | Nikon |
Model | Epson R-D1x | Nikon 1 V1 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2009-02-27 | 2012-01-20 |
Physical type | 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 surface area | 369.7mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 3872 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 135 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Leica M | Nikon 1 |
Number of lenses | 59 | 13 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 235 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (rangefinder) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Highest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/250 seconds |
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) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 620 gr (1.37 pounds) | 383 gr (0.84 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") | 113 x 76 x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 54 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.0 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 346 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 350 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | EN-EL15 |
Self timer | No | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $1,709 | $670 |