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Epson R-D1x vs Pentax K-3 II

Portability
75
Imaging
46
Features
19
Overall
35
Epson R-D1x front
 
Pentax K-3 II front
Portability
59
Imaging
66
Features
84
Overall
73

Epson R-D1x vs Pentax K-3 II 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
  • Revealed February 2009
  • Replaced the Epson R-D1
Pentax K-3 II
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Pentax KAF2 Mount
  • 800g - 131 x 100 x 77mm
  • Released April 2015
  • Previous Model is Pentax K-3
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Epson R-D1x vs Pentax K-3 II Overview

Let's look a little more closely at the Epson R-D1x vs Pentax K-3 II, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Epson and Pentax. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and K-3 II (24MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The R-D1x was launched 7 years before the K-3 II which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Epson R-D1x being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-3 II being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the R-D1x matches up vs the K-3 II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Pentax K-3 II

 R-D1x K-3 II 

Reasons to pick Pentax K-3 II over the Epson R-D1x

 K-3 II R-D1x 
ReleasedApril 2015February 2009Newer by 74 months
Display sizing3.2"2.5"Larger display (+0.7")
Display resolution1037k235kCrisper display (+802k dot)

Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Pentax K-3 II

 R-D1x K-3 II 
Manually focus More precise focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch display Lack of Touch display

Epson R-D1x vs Pentax K-3 II Physical Comparison

If you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Epson R-D1x has exterior dimensions of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-3 II has sizing of 131mm x 100mm x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Compare the Epson R-D1x vs Pentax K-3 II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the R-D1x against the K-3 II.

Epson R-D1x vs Pentax K-3 II size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the R-D1x and K-3 II is 75 and 59 respectively.

Epson R-D1x vs Pentax K-3 II top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Pentax K-3 II Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading specifications. The pic below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the R-D1x and K-3 II.

To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Pentax K-3 II to offer extra detail utilizing its extra 18 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged R-D1x is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Epson R-D1x vs Pentax K-3 II sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Pentax K-3 II Screen and ViewFinder

Epson R-D1x vs Pentax K-3 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Epson R-D1x as a Portrait photography camera
Pentax K-3 II as a Portrait photography camera
47
focusing manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
no liveview
lack of manual exposure
low megapixels (6MP)
79
focusing manually
decent megapixels (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
offers face detection focusing
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Epson R-D1x Street photography information
Pentax K-3 II Street photography information
56
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
no moving screen
no image stabilization
heavier than competitors (620g)
69
image stabilization (Sensor based)
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
environment sealing
very good high ISO (51,200)
no moving screen
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Sports Comparison

Epson R-D1x Sports photography details
Pentax K-3 II Sports photography details
31
good sensor size (APS-C)
no liveview
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
low megapixels (6 megapixels)
no phase detect autofocus
76
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent megapixels (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
offers tracking autofocus
environment sealing
comes with phase detect AF
terrible battery life (720 per charge)
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Travel Comparison

Epson R-D1x Travel photography info
Pentax K-3 II Travel photography info
39
lack of Time Lapse function
heavier than competitors (620 grams)
low megapixels (6 megapixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
56
environment sealing
decent megapixels (24 megapixels)
terrible battery life (720 shots)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Epson R-D1x Landscape photography info
Pentax K-3 II Landscape photography info
45
focusing manually
change lenses (Leica M mount)
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
small screen (2.5 inch)
no liveview
lack of manual exposure
no image stabilization
low megapixels (6 megapixels)
lack of Time Lapse function
78
focusing manually
swap lenses (Pentax KAF2 mount)
nice screen size (3.2 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
decent megapixels (24MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
doesnt have low pass filter
very good high ISO (51,200)
delivers RAW formats
environment sealing
has double storage slots
terrible battery life (720 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Epson R-D1x Vlogging factors
Pentax K-3 II Vlogging factors
9
can't record video
34
image stabilization (Sensor based)
offers face detection focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
does have external microphone port
screen is not selfie friendly
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Epson R-D1x vs Pentax K-3 II Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1x and Pentax K-3 II
 Epson R-D1xPentax K-3 II
General Information
Brand Epson Pentax
Model type Epson R-D1x Pentax K-3 II
Class Advanced Mirrorless Advanced DSLR
Revealed 2009-02-27 2015-04-23
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Mid-size SLR
Sensor Information
Chip - Prime III
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.7 x 15.6mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor surface area 369.7mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 6MP 24MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 3008 x 2000 6016 x 4000
Maximum native ISO 1600 51200
Min native ISO 200 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points - 27
Cross type focus points - 25
Lens
Lens support Leica M Pentax KAF2
Amount of lenses 59 151
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.5" 3.2"
Resolution of screen 235k dot 1,037k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (rangefinder) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.64x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 1 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed - 8.3 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings - Auto Flash Discharge, Auto Flash + Red-eye Reduction, Flash On, Flash On + Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Slow-speed Sync + Red-eye, P-TTL, Trailing Curtain Sync, Contrast-control-sync, High-speed sync, Wireless sync (available with dedicated external flash)
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Fastest flash sync - 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions - 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p)
Maximum video resolution None 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Optional
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec)
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 620 gr (1.37 pounds) 800 gr (1.76 pounds)
Dimensions 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") 131 x 100 x 77mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 80
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 23.6
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 13.6
DXO Low light rating not tested 1106
Other
Battery life - 720 shots
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery ID - D-LI90
Self timer No Yes ( 2 or 12 seconds)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 2
Launch cost $1,709 $829