Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-PL3
75 Imaging
46 Features
19 Overall
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88 Imaging
48 Features
52 Overall
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Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-PL3 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
- Announced February 2009
- Previous Model is Epson R-D1
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 313g - 110 x 64 x 37mm
- Announced September 2011
- Superseded the Olympus E-PL2

Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-PL3 Overview
The following is a in depth analysis of the Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-PL3, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Epson and Olympus. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and E-PL3 (12MP) and the R-D1x (APS-C) and E-PL3 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor sizing.

The R-D1x was launched 3 years before the E-PL3 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the R-D1x matches up versus the E-PL3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-PL3 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Epson R-D1x & Olympus PEN E-PL3. The complete galleries are viewable at Epson R-D1x Gallery & Olympus E-PL3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Olympus E-PL3
R-D1x | E-PL3 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL3 over the Epson R-D1x
E-PL3 | R-D1x | |||
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Announced | September 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 31 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 235k | Sharper display (+225k dot) |
Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Olympus E-PL3
R-D1x | E-PL3 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-PL3 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Epson R-D1x comes with physical dimensions of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) while the Olympus E-PL3 has sizing of 110mm x 64mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs).
Look at the Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-PL3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the R-D1x vs the E-PL3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the R-D1x and E-PL3 is 75 and 88 respectively.

Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-PL3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions merely by going through specs. The image here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the R-D1x and E-PL3.
As you can plainly see, both cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The R-D1x featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Olympus E-PL3 will produce more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged R-D1x will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-PL3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Epson R-D1x vs Olympus E-PL3 Specifications
Epson R-D1x | Olympus PEN E-PL3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Epson | Olympus |
Model | Epson R-D1x | Olympus PEN E-PL3 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2009-02-27 | 2011-09-20 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Truepic VI |
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 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 4032 x 3024 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 35 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Leica M | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 59 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 235 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | 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 speed | - | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 620 grams (1.37 lb) | 313 grams (0.69 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") | 110 x 64 x 37mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 52 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 499 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 images |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | BLS-5 |
Self timer | No | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $1,709 | $399 |