Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-P2
75 Imaging
46 Features
19 Overall
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86 Imaging
47 Features
42 Overall
45
Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-P2 Key Specs
(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
- Replaced 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
- Announced April 2010
- Earlier Model is Olympus E-P1
- Refreshed by Olympus E-P3
Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-P2 Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-P2, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Epson and Olympus. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and E-P2 (12MP) and the R-D1x (APS-C) and E-P2 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor measurements.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe R-D1x was revealed 13 months before the E-P2 making them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the R-D1x scores vs the E-P2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-P2 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Epson R-D1x and Olympus PEN E-P2. The full galleries are available at Epson R-D1x Gallery and Olympus E-P2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Olympus E-P2
R-D1x | E-P2 | |||
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Display resolution | 235k | 230k | Crisper display (+5k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-P2 over the Epson R-D1x
E-P2 | R-D1x | |||
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Announced | April 2010 | February 2009 | More recent by 13 months | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Olympus E-P2
R-D1x | E-P2 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither contains Touch display |
Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-P2 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Epson R-D1x has got outside measurements of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-P2 has measurements of 121mm x 70mm x 36mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).
See the Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-P2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the R-D1x vs the E-P2.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R-D1x and E-P2 is 75 and 86 respectively.
Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-P2 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements merely by checking out technical specs. The visual underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the R-D1x and E-P2.
As you have seen, each of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The R-D1x using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Olympus E-P2 will provide extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older R-D1x will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-P2 Specifications
Epson R-D1x | Olympus PEN E-P2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Epson | Olympus |
Model | Epson R-D1x | Olympus PEN E-P2 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2009-02-27 | 2010-04-22 |
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 | 4:3 |
Maximum resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 4032 x 3024 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Leica M | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 59 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 235k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | HyperCrystal LCD with AR(Anti-Reflective) coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
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 | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 620g (1.37 lb) | 355g (0.78 lb) |
Physical 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 All around score | not tested | 56 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 505 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | BLS-1 |
Self timer | No | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $1,709 | $799 |