Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX100
75 Imaging
46 Features
19 Overall
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88 Imaging
55 Features
54 Overall
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Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX100 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
- Superseded the Epson R-D1
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 282g - 120 x 71 x 35mm
- Launched September 2010
- Later Model is Samsung NX200
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Following is a in-depth review of the Epson R-D1x versus Samsung NX100, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Epson and Samsung. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and NX100 (15MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).
Photography GlossaryThe R-D1x was announced 18 months earlier than the NX100 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the R-D1x scores vs the NX100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Below is a preview of the gallery images for Epson R-D1x & Samsung NX100. The whole galleries are viewable at Epson R-D1x Gallery & Samsung NX100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Samsung NX100
| R-D1x | NX100 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Samsung NX100 over the Epson R-D1x
| NX100 | R-D1x | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | September 2010 |  | February 2009 | More modern by 18 months |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
| Screen resolution | 614k |  | 235k | Sharper screen (+379k dot) |
Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Samsung NX100
| R-D1x | NX100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial precise focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither contains Touch screen |
Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX100 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you should factor in its weight and size. The Epson R-D1x has got outer dimensions 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 Samsung NX100 has specifications of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).
Examine the Epson R-D1x versus Samsung NX100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the R-D1x against the NX100.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R-D1x and NX100 is 75 and 88 respectively.
Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX100 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes only by viewing specifications. The picture underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the R-D1x and NX100.
To sum up, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Samsung NX100 to result in greater detail with its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged R-D1x will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX100 Specifications
| Epson R-D1x | Samsung NX100 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Epson | Samsung |
| Model | Epson R-D1x | Samsung NX100 |
| Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Released | 2009-02-27 | 2010-09-14 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | DRIMe Engine |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.6mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor area | 369.7mm² | 365.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 6MP | 15MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 4592 x 3056 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 15 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Leica M | Samsung NX |
| Total lenses | 59 | 32 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 235 thousand dots | 614 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Display tech | - | VGA AMOLED |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (rangefinder) | Electronic (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 1 secs | 30 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 3.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Max flash synchronize | - | 1/180 secs |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 620g (1.37 lb) | 282g (0.62 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") | 120 x 71 x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | 62 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.6 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.7 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 563 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 420 pictures |
| Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | - | BP1130 |
| Self timer | No | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Retail cost | $1,709 | $386 |
