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Epson R-D1x vs Pentax Q10

Portability
75
Imaging
46
Features
19
Overall
35
Epson R-D1x front
 
Pentax Q10 front
Portability
92
Imaging
36
Features
56
Overall
44

Epson R-D1x vs Pentax Q10 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
  • Released February 2009
  • Replaced the Epson R-D1
Pentax Q10
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Sensor based Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Pentax Q Mount
  • 200g - 102 x 58 x 34mm
  • Launched September 2012
  • Older Model is Pentax Q
  • Replacement is Pentax Q7
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Epson R-D1x vs Pentax Q10 Overview

Here, we will be matching up the Epson R-D1x versus Pentax Q10, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Epson and Pentax. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and Q10 (12MP) and the R-D1x (APS-C) and Q10 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor size.

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The R-D1x was announced 4 years earlier than the Q10 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the R-D1x grades vs the Q10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Pentax Q10

 R-D1x Q10 

Reasons to pick Pentax Q10 over the Epson R-D1x

 Q10 R-D1x 
LaunchedSeptember 2012February 2009Fresher by 43 months
Screen size3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution460k235kSharper screen (+225k dot)

Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Pentax Q10

 R-D1x Q10 
Manually focus Dial precise focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch screen Neither has Touch screen

Epson R-D1x vs Pentax Q10 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and size. 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 Q10 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Epson R-D1x versus Pentax Q10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view scale comparison of the R-D1x against the Q10.

Epson R-D1x vs Pentax Q10 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the R-D1x and Q10 is 75 and 92 respectively.

Epson R-D1x vs Pentax Q10 top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Pentax Q10 Sensor Comparison

Generally, its hard to see the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through technical specs. The visual here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the R-D1x and Q10.

As you can tell, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The R-D1x using its bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Pentax Q10 will provide you with greater detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The older R-D1x will be behind in sensor technology.

Epson R-D1x vs Pentax Q10 sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Pentax Q10 Screen and ViewFinder

Epson R-D1x vs Pentax Q10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Epson R-D1x Portrait photography features
Pentax Q10 Portrait photography features
47
focusing manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
no liveview feature
no manual control
MP count low (6 megapixels)
48
manual focus
high flash sync speed (1/2,000 seconds)
features face detection focus
exports RAW files
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Epson R-D1x Street photography information
Pentax Q10 Street photography information
56
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
more heavy than competition (620g)
68
image stabilization (Sensor based)
exports RAW files
lighter than competition in class (200g)
no moving screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
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Sports Comparison

Epson R-D1x Sports photography features
Pentax Q10 Sports photography features
31
good sensor size (APS-C)
no liveview feature
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (6MP)
does not have phase detect AF
36
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
features tracking autofocus
max frames per second low (5.0 frames/s)
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
terrible battery power (270 shots)
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Epson R-D1x as a Travel photography camera
Pentax Q10 as a Travel photography camera
39
no Timelapse function
more heavy than competition (620g)
MP count low (6MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
60
lighter than competition in class (200g)
flash built-in
terrible battery power (270 per charge)
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Epson R-D1x Landscape photography advice
Pentax Q10 Landscape photography advice
45
focusing manually
change lenses (Leica M mount)
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
screen is small (2.5 inches)
no liveview feature
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
MP count low (6MP)
no Timelapse function
54
manual focus
change lenses (Pentax Q mount)
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor based)
exports RAW files
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
terrible battery power (270 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison

Epson R-D1x as a Vlogging camera
Pentax Q10 as a Vlogging camera
9
no video recording
35
image stabilization (Sensor based)
features face detection focus
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition in class (200g)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
no external mic support
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Epson R-D1x vs Pentax Q10 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1x and Pentax Q10
 Epson R-D1xPentax Q10
General Information
Brand Name Epson Pentax
Model Epson R-D1x Pentax Q10
Class Advanced Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Released 2009-02-27 2012-09-10
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size APS-C 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 23.7 x 15.6mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 369.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 6 megapixels 12 megapixels
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
Min native ISO 200 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points - 25
Lens
Lens mounting type Leica M Pentax Q
Amount of lenses 59 8
Focal length multiplier 1.5 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.5" 3"
Screen resolution 235 thousand dots 460 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology - TFT Color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (rangefinder) Optical (optional)
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1 secs 30 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/8000 secs
Continuous shooting rate - 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash 7.00 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Highest flash synchronize - 1/2000 secs
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions - 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution None 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic 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) 200 grams (0.44 lbs)
Physical dimensions 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") 102 x 58 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 49
DXO Color Depth score not tested 21.1
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 10.9
DXO Low light score not tested 183
Other
Battery life - 270 pictures
Style of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model - D-LI68
Self timer No Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC card SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Cost at launch $1,709 $350