Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-P7
75 Imaging
46 Features
19 Overall
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86 Imaging
62 Features
84 Overall
70
Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-P7 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
- Launched February 2009
- Succeeded the Epson R-D1
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3.00" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 337g - 118 x 69 x 38mm
- Released June 2021

Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-P7 Overview
Let's look a bit more in depth at the Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-P7, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Epson and Olympus. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and E-P7 (20MP) and the R-D1x (APS-C) and E-P7 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor measurements.

The R-D1x was released 13 years prior to the E-P7 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the R-D1x matches up against the E-P7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-P7 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Epson R-D1x & Olympus PEN E-P7. The complete galleries are viewable at Epson R-D1x Gallery & Olympus E-P7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Olympus E-P7
R-D1x | E-P7 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus E-P7 over the Epson R-D1x
E-P7 | R-D1x | |||
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Released | June 2021 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 149 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen dimensions | 3.00" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 235k | Clearer screen (+805k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Olympus E-P7
R-D1x | E-P7 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing |
Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-P7 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Epson R-D1x has exterior measurements of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) and the Olympus E-P7 has measurements of 118mm x 69mm x 38mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).
See the Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-P7 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the R-D1x against the E-P7.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the R-D1x and E-P7 is 75 and 86 respectively.

Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-P7 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing technical specs. The pic here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the R-D1x and E-P7.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The R-D1x featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Olympus E-P7 will provide extra detail as a result of its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged R-D1x will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-P7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-P7 Specifications
Epson R-D1x | Olympus PEN E-P7 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Epson | Olympus |
Model type | Epson R-D1x | Olympus PEN E-P7 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2009-02-27 | 2021-06-09 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.6mm | 17.4 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 369.7mm² | 226.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 121 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Leica M | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 59 | 118 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 2.5 inches | 3.00 inches |
Resolution of display | 235 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Max quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 8.7 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 5.40 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | - | Redeye, Fill-in, Flash off, Red-eye Slow sync. (1st curtain), Slow sync. (1st curtain), Slow sync. (2nd curtain), Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 52 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 52 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 52 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 52 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 52 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | None | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | BLS-50 lithium-ion battery & USB charger |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 620g (1.37 lbs) | 337g (0.74 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") | 118 x 69 x 38mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 360 photos |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BLS-50 |
Self timer | No | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $1,709 | $800 |