Epson R-D1x vs Panasonic GF2
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Epson R-D1x vs Panasonic GF2 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
- Released February 2009
- Succeeded the Epson R-D1
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 310g - 113 x 68 x 33mm
- Revealed February 2011
- Old Model is Panasonic GF1
- Updated by Panasonic GF3

Epson R-D1x vs Panasonic GF2 Overview
Below, we are comparing the Epson R-D1x vs Panasonic GF2, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Epson and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and GF2 (12MP) and the R-D1x (APS-C) and GF2 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor size.

The R-D1x was introduced 24 months earlier than the GF2 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving through a full comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the R-D1x matches up versus the GF2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Epson R-D1x vs Panasonic GF2 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Epson R-D1x and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2. The whole galleries are provided at Epson R-D1x Gallery and Panasonic GF2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Panasonic GF2
R-D1x | GF2 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic GF2 over the Epson R-D1x
GF2 | R-D1x | |||
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Revealed | February 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 24 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 235k | Sharper display (+225k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Panasonic GF2
R-D1x | GF2 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Epson R-D1x vs Panasonic GF2 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Epson R-D1x offers outside dimensions of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF2 has sizing of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).
Check out the Epson R-D1x vs Panasonic GF2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the R-D1x versus the GF2.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the R-D1x and GF2 is 75 and 88 respectively.

Epson R-D1x vs Panasonic GF2 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading technical specs. The picture below might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the R-D1x and GF2.
As you have seen, both cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The R-D1x using its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Panasonic GF2 will deliver extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged R-D1x is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Epson R-D1x vs Panasonic GF2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Epson R-D1x vs Panasonic GF2 Specifications
Epson R-D1x | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Epson | Panasonic |
Model | Epson R-D1x | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2009-02-27 | 2011-02-24 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine FHD |
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 |
Highest resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Leica M | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 59 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 235k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (rangefinder) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 6.00 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD, 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 620 grams (1.37 lbs) | 310 grams (0.68 lbs) |
Dimensions | 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") | 113 x 68 x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 506 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | No | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $1,709 | $330 |