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Epson R-D1x vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5

Portability
75
Imaging
46
Features
19
Overall
35
Epson R-D1x front
 
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 front
Portability
88
Imaging
53
Features
37
Overall
46

Epson R-D1x vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 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
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28mm (F2.5) lens
  • 140g - 113 x 70 x 56mm
  • Revealed September 2010
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Epson R-D1x vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Overview

Let's look more closely at the Epson R-D1x and Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Epson and Ricoh. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The R-D1x was announced 19 months prior to the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the R-D1x matches up vs the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5

 R-D1x GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 

Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 over the Epson R-D1x

 GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 R-D1x 
RevealedSeptember 2010February 2009More modern by 19 months
Screen dimensions3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution920k235kCrisper screen (+685k dot)

Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5

 R-D1x GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 
Manually focus Very precise focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen Neither features Touch screen

Epson R-D1x vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Epson R-D1x enjoys outer measurements of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) while the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 has specifications of 113mm x 70mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 2.2") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Check the Epson R-D1x and Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the R-D1x against the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5.

Epson R-D1x vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the R-D1x and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 is 75 and 88 respectively.

Epson R-D1x vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Sensor Comparison

Often, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at technical specs. The image underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the R-D1x and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5.

As you have seen, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 to give extra detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged R-D1x is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Epson R-D1x vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Screen and ViewFinder

Epson R-D1x vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Epson R-D1x Portrait photography highlights
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Portrait photography highlights
47
manual focus
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
no liveview
manual mode not possible
sensor resolution low (6 megapixels)
58
has manual focus
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
provides face detect autofocus
supports RAW files
doesn't have liveview
megapixel count low (12MP)
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Epson R-D1x
Street photography with Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5
56
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
heavier than competitors (620 grams)
70
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports RAW files
lighter than competitors (140 grams)
no moving screen
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Epson R-D1x as a Sports photography camera
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 as a Sports photography camera
31
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
no liveview
no shutter priority
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (6MP)
no phase detect AF
32
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
can't change focal length (28mm)
doesn't have liveview
max fps low (5.0 frames per second)
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (12MP)
not so great battery pack (320 shots)
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Epson R-D1x
Travel photography with Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5
39
does not have Time Lapse recording
heavier than competitors (620 grams)
sensor resolution low (6 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
59
lighter than competitors (140 grams)
has built in flash
not so great battery pack (320 shots)
megapixel count low (12MP)
does not have selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Epson R-D1x Landscape photography features
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Landscape photography features
45
manual focus
swap lenses (Leica M mount)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
screen is small (2.5 inches)
no liveview
manual mode not possible
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (6 megapixels)
does not have Time Lapse recording
48
has manual focus
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
supports RAW files
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (28mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.5)
doesn't have liveview
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
not so great battery pack (320 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Epson R-D1x Vlogging advice
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Vlogging advice
9
lack of video recording
28
provides face detect autofocus
lighter than competitors (140g)
sluggish maximum aperture (f2.5)
does not have selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing microphone port
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Epson R-D1x vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1x and Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5
 Epson R-D1xRicoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5
General Information
Manufacturer Epson Ricoh
Model Epson R-D1x Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5
Class Advanced Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Revealed 2009-02-27 2010-09-21
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor - GR Engine III
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.7 x 15.6mm 23.6 x 15.7mm
Sensor surface area 369.7mm² 370.5mm²
Sensor resolution 6 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 3008 x 2000 4288 x 2848
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Minimum native ISO 200 200
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Lens
Lens mounting type Leica M fixed lens
Lens focal range - 28mm (1x)
Maximal aperture - f/2.5
Available lenses 59 -
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.5 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 235 thousand dot 920 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Screen tech - TFT color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (rangefinder) Electronic (optional)
Features
Min shutter speed 1 secs 180 secs
Max shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/3200 secs
Continuous shutter speed - 5.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash -
Flash options - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions - 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (24 fps), 320 x 240 (24 fps)
Max video resolution None 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
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 lbs) 140g (0.31 lbs)
Physical dimensions 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") 113 x 70 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 2.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 photographs
Battery form - Battery Pack
Battery model - DB-90
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 Single Single
Launch cost $1,709 $566