Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-P1
75 Imaging
46 Features
19 Overall
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86 Imaging
47 Features
42 Overall
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Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-P1 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
- Revealed February 2009
- Succeeded the Epson R-D1
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 355g - 121 x 70 x 36mm
- Revealed July 2009
- Replacement is Olympus E-P2
Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-P1 Overview
Following is a in depth overview of the Epson R-D1x and Olympus E-P1, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Epson and Olympus. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and E-P1 (12MP) and the R-D1x (APS-C) and E-P1 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor measurements.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe R-D1x was brought out 5 months earlier than the E-P1 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the R-D1x scores vs the E-P1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-P1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Epson R-D1x and Olympus PEN E-P1. The entire galleries are provided at Epson R-D1x Gallery and Olympus E-P1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Olympus E-P1
R-D1x | E-P1 | |||
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Display resolution | 235k | 230k | Crisper display (+5k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-P1 over the Epson R-D1x
E-P1 | R-D1x | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Olympus E-P1
R-D1x | E-P1 | |||
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Revealed | February 2009 | July 2009 | Same generation | |
Focus manually | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-P1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Epson R-D1x provides 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) and the Olympus E-P1 has specifications of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).
See the Epson R-D1x and Olympus E-P1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the R-D1x versus the E-P1.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the R-D1x and E-P1 is 75 and 86 respectively.
Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-P1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by seeing technical specs. The pic here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the R-D1x and E-P1.
As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The R-D1x featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Olympus E-P1 will provide extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos far more aggressively.
Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-P1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-P1 Specifications
Epson R-D1x | Olympus PEN E-P1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Epson | Olympus |
Model | Epson R-D1x | Olympus PEN E-P1 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2009-02-27 | 2009-07-29 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic V |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 23.7 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.7mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 4032 x 3024 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Leica M | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 59 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5" | 3" |
Display resolution | 235 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | HyperCrystal LCD with AR(Anti-Reflective) coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (rangefinder) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 620g (1.37 lb) | 355g (0.78 lb) |
Dimensions | 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") | 121 x 70 x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 55 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 536 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 pictures |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | BLS-1 |
Self timer | No | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $1,709 | $182 |