Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-PL1s
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Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-PL1s 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
- Revealed February 2009
- Replaced the Epson R-D1
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 334g - 115 x 72 x 42mm
- Released November 2010
- Old Model is Olympus E-PL1
- Successor is Olympus E-PL2
Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-PL1s Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Epson R-D1x versus Olympus E-PL1s, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Epson and Olympus. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and E-PL1s (12MP) and the R-D1x (APS-C) and E-PL1s (Four Thirds) posses different sensor sizes.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe R-D1x was released 20 months before the E-PL1s which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the R-D1x matches up against the E-PL1s when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-PL1s Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Epson R-D1x & Olympus PEN E-PL1s. The complete galleries are viewable at Epson R-D1x Gallery & Olympus E-PL1s Gallery.
Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Olympus E-PL1s
R-D1x | E-PL1s | |||
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Screen resolution | 235k | 230k | Clearer screen (+5k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL1s over the Epson R-D1x
E-PL1s | R-D1x | |||
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Released | November 2010 | February 2009 | More modern by 20 months | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Olympus E-PL1s
R-D1x | E-PL1s | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither contains Touch screen |
Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-PL1s Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Epson R-D1x has got physical 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-PL1s has sizing of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs).
Check out the Epson R-D1x versus Olympus E-PL1s in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the R-D1x compared to the E-PL1s.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the R-D1x and E-PL1s is 75 and 86 respectively.
Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-PL1s Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The image here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the R-D1x and E-PL1s.
Plainly, both cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The R-D1x because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Olympus E-PL1s will resolve more detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged R-D1x is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-PL1s Specifications
Epson R-D1x | Olympus PEN E-PL1s | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Epson | Olympus |
Model type | Epson R-D1x | Olympus PEN E-PL1s |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2009-02-27 | 2010-11-16 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 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 | 6MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 4032 x 3024 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Leica M | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 59 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 235k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | HyperCrystal LCD AR (Anti-Reflective) coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 10.00 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 620 gr (1.37 lbs) | 334 gr (0.74 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") | 115 x 72 x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 290 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BLS-1 |
Self timer | No | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $1,709 | $599 |