Epson R-D1x vs Panasonic G100
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Epson R-D1x vs Panasonic G100 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
- Introduced February 2009
- Replaced the Epson R-D1
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 3840 x 1920 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 352g - 116 x 83 x 54mm
- Released June 2020
Epson R-D1x vs Panasonic G100 Overview
The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Epson R-D1x versus Panasonic G100, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Epson and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and G100 (20MP) and the R-D1x (APS-C) and G100 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor measurements.
Google AI Gemini Could Enhance iPhone Experience, Talks SuggestThe R-D1x was manufactured 12 years prior to the G100 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Epson R-D1x being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the R-D1x scores versus the G100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Epson R-D1x vs Panasonic G100 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Epson R-D1x and Panasonic Lumix DC-G100. The entire galleries are available at Epson R-D1x Gallery and Panasonic G100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Panasonic G100
R-D1x | G100 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic G100 over the Epson R-D1x
G100 | R-D1x | |||
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Released | June 2020 | February 2009 | Newer by 137 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 1840k | 235k | Sharper display (+1605k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Panasonic G100
R-D1x | G100 | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focusing |
Epson R-D1x vs Panasonic G100 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Epson R-D1x enjoys outer dimensions of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) while the Panasonic G100 has measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") accompanied by a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs).
Take a look at the Epson R-D1x versus Panasonic G100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the R-D1x versus the G100.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the R-D1x and G100 is 75 and 81 respectively.
Epson R-D1x vs Panasonic G100 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions just by going over specs. The picture here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the R-D1x and G100.
All in all, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The R-D1x because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic G100 will offer extra detail due to its extra 14MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged R-D1x is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
Epson R-D1x vs Panasonic G100 Screen and ViewFinder
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Epson R-D1x vs Panasonic G100 Specifications
Epson R-D1x | Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Epson | Panasonic |
Model | Epson R-D1x | Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2009-02-27 | 2020-06-24 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Leica M | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 59 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 235k dots | 1,840k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 3,680k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/500 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 3.60 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | - | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye redduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 3840 x 1920 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC3840 x 1920 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC3840 x 1920 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC |
Max video resolution | None | 3840x1920 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 620 grams (1.37 pounds) | 352 grams (0.78 pounds) |
Dimensions | 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") | 116 x 83 x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 270 pictures |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | No | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $1,709 | $698 |