Epson R-D1x vs Panasonic GF1
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Epson R-D1x vs Panasonic GF1 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
- Launched February 2009
- Previous Model is Epson R-D1
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 385g - 119 x 71 x 36mm
- Released October 2009
- Successor is Panasonic GF2
Epson R-D1x vs Panasonic GF1 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Epson R-D1x versus Panasonic GF1, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Epson and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and GF1 (12MP) and the R-D1x (APS-C) and GF1 (Four Thirds) have different sensor size.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe R-D1x was launched 7 months earlier than the GF1 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go into a full comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the R-D1x grades versus the GF1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Epson R-D1x vs Panasonic GF1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Epson R-D1x and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The complete galleries are provided at Epson R-D1x Gallery and Panasonic GF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Panasonic GF1
R-D1x | GF1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic GF1 over the Epson R-D1x
GF1 | R-D1x | |||
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Released | October 2009 | February 2009 | More recent by 7 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 235k | Sharper display (+225k dot) |
Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Panasonic GF1
R-D1x | GF1 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither comes with Touch display |
Epson R-D1x vs Panasonic GF1 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Epson R-D1x comes with outer measurements of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF1 has dimensions of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).
Look at the Epson R-D1x versus Panasonic GF1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the R-D1x and the GF1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R-D1x and GF1 is 75 and 85 respectively.
Epson R-D1x vs Panasonic GF1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over technical specs. The visual below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the R-D1x and GF1.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The R-D1x because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic GF1 will offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older R-D1x is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
Epson R-D1x vs Panasonic GF1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Epson R-D1x vs Panasonic GF1 Specifications
Epson R-D1x | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Epson | Panasonic |
Model | Epson R-D1x | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2009-02-27 | 2009-10-14 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine HD |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.6mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 369.7mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Leica M | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 59 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 235 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 6.00 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 620 gr (1.37 pounds) | 385 gr (0.85 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") | 119 x 71 x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 54 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 513 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 380 images |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | No | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/MMC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $1,709 | $400 |