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Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-PL2

Portability
75
Imaging
46
Features
19
Overall
35
Epson R-D1x front
 
Olympus PEN E-PL2 front
Portability
85
Imaging
48
Features
47
Overall
47

Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-PL2 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
  • Earlier Model is Epson R-D1
Olympus E-PL2
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 362g - 114 x 72 x 42mm
  • Released February 2011
  • Earlier Model is Olympus E-PL1s
  • New Model is Olympus E-PL3
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Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-PL2 Overview

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-PL2, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Epson and Olympus. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and E-PL2 (12MP) and the R-D1x (APS-C) and E-PL2 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The R-D1x was revealed 23 months before the E-PL2 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the R-D1x scores against the E-PL2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Olympus E-PL2

 R-D1x E-PL2 

Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL2 over the Epson R-D1x

 E-PL2 R-D1x 
ReleasedFebruary 2011February 2009More recent by 23 months
Display dimension3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution460k235kCrisper display (+225k dot)

Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Olympus E-PL2

 R-D1x E-PL2 
Focus manually More exact focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch display Lack of Touch display

Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-PL2 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Epson R-D1x offers outer dimensions of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) while the Olympus E-PL2 has dimensions of 114mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 362 grams (0.80 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the R-D1x compared to the E-PL2.

Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-PL2 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R-D1x and E-PL2 is 75 and 85 respectively.

Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-PL2 top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-PL2 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements just by checking out technical specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the R-D1x and E-PL2.

As you have seen, both cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The R-D1x with its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Olympus E-PL2 will provide extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The older R-D1x will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-PL2 sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-PL2 Screen and ViewFinder

Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-PL2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Epson R-D1x Portrait photography features
Olympus E-PL2 Portrait photography features
47
has manual focus
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
no liveview feature
no manual control
low megapixels (6 megapixels)
60
manual focus
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
provides face detect focus
supports RAW formats
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
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Street Comparison

Epson R-D1x Street photography information
Olympus E-PL2 Street photography information
56
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
heavier than competition (620g)
73
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
supports RAW formats
screen is fixed
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Sports Comparison

Epson R-D1x Sports photography features
Olympus E-PL2 Sports photography features
31
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
no liveview feature
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (6MP)
no phase detect auto focus
45
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
provides tracking focus
slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames per second)
sensor resolution not great (12MP)
terrible battery pack (280 CIPA)
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Epson R-D1x
Travel photography with Olympus E-PL2
39
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition (620 grams)
low megapixels (6MP)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
51
flash built-in
lack of Timelapse mode
terrible battery pack (280 per charge)
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Epson R-D1x Landscape photography info
Olympus E-PL2 Landscape photography info
45
has manual focus
swap lenses (Leica M mount)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
tiny screen (2.5 inch)
no liveview feature
no manual control
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (6 megapixels)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
61
manual focus
change lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
screen size is good (3")
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
sensor size is decent (Four Thirds)
supports RAW formats
sensor resolution not great (12 megapixels)
terrible battery pack (280 CIPA)
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Epson R-D1x Vlogging info
Olympus E-PL2 Vlogging info
9
can't shoot video
29
has image stabilization (Sensor based)
provides face detect focus
screen is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of microphone support
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Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-PL2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1x and Olympus E-PL2
 Epson R-D1xOlympus PEN E-PL2
General Information
Brand Name Epson Olympus
Model type Epson R-D1x Olympus PEN E-PL2
Type Advanced Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Launched 2009-02-27 2011-02-11
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 measurements 23.7 x 15.6mm 17.3 x 13mm
Sensor surface area 369.7mm² 224.9mm²
Sensor resolution 6 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 4:3
Max resolution 3008 x 2000 4032 x 3024
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Min native ISO 200 100
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Total focus points - 11
Lens
Lens mount type Leica M Micro Four Thirds
Total lenses 59 107
Crop factor 1.5 2.1
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.5 inch 3 inch
Screen resolution 235k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen tech - HyperCrystal LCD AR(Anti-Reflective) coating
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (rangefinder) Electronic (optional)
Features
Min shutter speed 1 seconds 60 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate - 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance no built-in flash 10.00 m
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels)
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Max flash synchronize - 1/160 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions - 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution None 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 620 gr (1.37 lbs) 362 gr (0.80 lbs)
Dimensions 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") 114 x 72 x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 55
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 21.4
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 10.2
DXO Low light rating not tested 573
Other
Battery life - 280 pictures
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID - BLS-5
Self timer No Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC card SD/SDHC
Card slots 1 1
Price at release $1,709 $0