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Epson R-D1x vs Nikon Z7

Portability
75
Imaging
46
Features
19
Overall
35
Epson R-D1x front
 
Nikon Z7 front
Portability
62
Imaging
78
Features
89
Overall
82

Epson R-D1x vs Nikon Z7 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
  • Launched February 2009
  • Previous Model is Epson R-D1
Nikon Z7
(Full Review)
  • 46MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 64 - 25600 (Bump to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Nikon Z Mount
  • 675g - 134 x 101 x 68mm
  • Released August 2018
  • Later Model is Nikon Z7 II
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Epson R-D1x vs Nikon Z7 Overview

The following is a in-depth overview of the Epson R-D1x versus Nikon Z7, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Epson and Nikon. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and Z7 (46MP) and the R-D1x (APS-C) and Z7 (Full frame) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The R-D1x was introduced 10 years prior to the Z7 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Epson R-D1x being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the R-D1x grades versus the Z7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Nikon Z7

 R-D1x Z7 

Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 over the Epson R-D1x

 Z7 R-D1x 
ReleasedAugust 2018February 2009Newer by 115 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen dimensions3.2"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.7")
Screen resolution2100k235kSharper screen (+1865k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Nikon Z7

 R-D1x Z7 
Focus manually Dial precise focus
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen

Epson R-D1x vs Nikon Z7 Physical Comparison

For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Epson R-D1x features external 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 Z7 has dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") and a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Epson R-D1x versus Nikon Z7 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the R-D1x vs the Z7.

Epson R-D1x vs Nikon Z7 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R-D1x and Z7 is 75 and 62 respectively.

Epson R-D1x vs Nikon Z7 top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Nikon Z7 Sensor Comparison

Quite often, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions merely by going through specifications. The image underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the R-D1x and Z7.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The R-D1x with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Nikon Z7 will show greater detail using its extra 40 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged R-D1x will be behind in sensor tech.

Epson R-D1x vs Nikon Z7 sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Nikon Z7 Screen and ViewFinder

Epson R-D1x vs Nikon Z7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Epson R-D1x Portrait photography factors
Nikon Z7 Portrait photography factors
47
you can focus manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
no liveview
no manual control
low resolution sensor (6 megapixels)
86
has manual focus
high megapixels (46MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
offers face detection autofocus
exports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Epson R-D1x Street photography features
Nikon Z7 Street photography features
56
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
no moving screen
no image stabilization
more heavy than competitors in class (620g)
79
has a tilting screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
exports RAW files
offers touch focus
environment proof
very good ISO range (25,600)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Epson R-D1x
Sports photography with Nikon Z7
31
good sensor size (APS-C)
no liveview
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
low resolution sensor (6MP)
no phase detect auto focus
82
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
high megapixels (46MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
offers tracking autofocus
environment proof
sensor has phase detect autofocus
not so great battery power (330 per charge)
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Travel Comparison

Epson R-D1x as a Travel photography camera
Nikon Z7 as a Travel photography camera
39
no Timelapse mode
more heavy than competitors in class (620 grams)
low resolution sensor (6MP)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
67
environment proof
supports bluetooth
offers touch focus
high megapixels (46MP)
not so great battery power (330 shots)
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Epson R-D1x Landscape photography info
Nikon Z7 Landscape photography info
45
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Leica M mount)
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inches)
no liveview
no manual control
no image stabilization
low resolution sensor (6 megapixels)
no Timelapse mode
82
has manual focus
swap lenses (Nikon Z mount)
pretty good screen size (3.2 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
high megapixels (46 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
doesnt have anti-alias filter
very good ISO range (25,600)
exports RAW files
environment proof
not so great battery power (330 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison

Epson R-D1x Vlogging highlights
Nikon Z7 Vlogging highlights
9
no video recording
36
touchscreen functionality
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
offers face detection autofocus
high res video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
includes external mic port
doesn't contain selfie friendly screen
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Epson R-D1x vs Nikon Z7 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1x and Nikon Z7
 Epson R-D1xNikon Z7
General Information
Make Epson Nikon
Model Epson R-D1x Nikon Z7
Class Advanced Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Launched 2009-02-27 2018-08-23
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by - Expeed 6
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor dimensions 23.7 x 15.6mm 35.9 x 23.9mm
Sensor surface area 369.7mm² 858.0mm²
Sensor resolution 6 megapixels 46 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 3008 x 2000 8256 x 5504
Max native ISO 1600 25600
Max boosted ISO - 102400
Lowest native ISO 200 64
RAW files
Lowest boosted ISO - 32
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points - 493
Lens
Lens mount Leica M Nikon Z
Number of lenses 59 15
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Tilting
Screen diagonal 2.5 inch 3.2 inch
Resolution of screen 235 thousand dot 2,100 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (rangefinder) Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 3,690 thousand dot
Viewfinder coverage - 100%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.8x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1 secs 30 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/8000 secs
Continuous shooting speed - 9.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash options - Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Highest flash sync - 1/200 secs
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions - 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Max video resolution None 3840x2160
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none Yes
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 620 grams (1.37 lb) 675 grams (1.49 lb)
Physical dimensions 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") 134 x 101 x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 99
DXO Color Depth score not tested 26.3
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 14.6
DXO Low light score not tested 2668
Other
Battery life - 330 pictures
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Self timer No Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card XQD card
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at launch $1,709 $2,797