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Epson R-D1x vs Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro

Portability
75
Imaging
46
Features
19
Overall
35
Epson R-D1x front
 
Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro front
Portability
77
Imaging
52
Features
31
Overall
43

Epson R-D1x vs Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro 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
  • Announced February 2009
  • Previous Model is Epson R-D1
Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 50mm (F2.5) lens
  • 453g - 114 x 70 x 77mm
  • Released November 2009
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Epson R-D1x vs Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro Overview

Here, we will be evaluating the Epson R-D1x vs Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Epson and Ricoh. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The R-D1x was introduced 8 months prior to the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro so they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the R-D1x matches up vs the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro

 R-D1x GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro 

Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro over the Epson R-D1x

 GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro R-D1x 
ReleasedNovember 2009February 2009More modern by 8 months
Screen size3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution920k235kCrisper screen (+685k dot)

Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro

 R-D1x GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro 
Manual focus Dial exact focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither includes Touch friendly screen

Epson R-D1x vs Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Epson R-D1x features physical 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 Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro has measurements of 114mm x 70mm x 77mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 3.0") and a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs).

Examine the Epson R-D1x vs Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the R-D1x against the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro.

Epson R-D1x vs Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R-D1x and GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro is 75 and 77 respectively.

Epson R-D1x vs Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking specs. The image below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the R-D1x and GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro to give extra detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged R-D1x is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Epson R-D1x vs Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro Screen and ViewFinder

Epson R-D1x vs Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Epson R-D1x as a Portrait photography camera
Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro as a Portrait photography camera
47
you can focus manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
does not have liveview
manual exposure not possible
resolution not great (6MP)
55
has manual focus
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW files
no liveview feature
low megapixels (12MP)
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Street Comparison

Epson R-D1x Street photography features
Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro Street photography features
56
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
heavier than competition (620g)
62
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW files
no moving screen
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Epson R-D1x as a Sports photography camera
Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro as a Sports photography camera
31
good sensor size (APS-C)
does not have liveview
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
resolution not great (6MP)
has no phase detect auto focus
32
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
can't change focal length (50mm)
no liveview feature
continuous shooting slow (3.0 fps)
no image stabilization
low megapixels (12MP)
bad battery (320 per charge)
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Epson R-D1x Travel photography highlights
Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro Travel photography highlights
39
missing Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition (620g)
resolution not great (6MP)
display is not selfie friendly
49
has built in flash
bad battery (320 CIPA)
low megapixels (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Epson R-D1x
Landscape photography with Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro
45
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Leica M mount)
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
screen is somewhat small (2.5")
does not have liveview
manual exposure not possible
no image stabilization
resolution not great (6MP)
missing Time Lapse recording
46
has manual focus
screen is a decent size (3")
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW files
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (50mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
no liveview feature
no image stabilization
low megapixels (12MP)
bad battery (320 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Epson R-D1x Vlogging information
Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro Vlogging information
9
no video
20
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external mic jack
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Epson R-D1x vs Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1x and Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro
 Epson R-D1xRicoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro
General Information
Company Epson Ricoh
Model Epson R-D1x Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro
Category Advanced Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Announced 2009-02-27 2009-11-10
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by - GR engine III
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.7 x 15.6mm 23.6 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 369.7mm² 370.5mm²
Sensor resolution 6MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 3008 x 2000 4288 x 2848
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Minimum native ISO 200 200
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Lens
Lens mount Leica M fixed lens
Lens focal range - 50mm (1x)
Highest aperture - f/2.5
Macro focus distance - 1cm
Number of lenses 59 -
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.5 inches 3 inches
Screen resolution 235k dot 920k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (rangefinder) Electronic (optional)
Features
Slowest shutter speed 1 seconds 180 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/3200 seconds
Continuous shooting speed - 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range no built-in flash 3.00 m
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions - 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (24 fps), 320 x 240 (24 fps)
Maximum video resolution None 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 620g (1.37 pounds) 453g (1.00 pounds)
Physical dimensions 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") 114 x 70 x 77mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 3.0")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 - 320 shots
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Self timer No Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images) )
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC card SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots One One
Launch price $1,709 $566