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Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX1000

Portability
75
Imaging
46
Features
19
Overall
35
Epson R-D1x front
 
Samsung NX1000 front
Portability
90
Imaging
62
Features
60
Overall
61

Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX1000 Key Specs

Epson R-D1x
(Full Review)
  • 6MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 1600
  • No Video
  • Leica M Mount
  • 620g - 142 x 89 x 40mm
  • Launched February 2009
  • Succeeded the Epson R-D1
Samsung NX1000
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Samsung NX Mount
  • 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
  • Revealed April 2012
  • New Model is Samsung NX1100
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Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX1000 Overview

Following is a complete analysis of the Epson R-D1x versus Samsung NX1000, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Epson and Samsung. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and NX1000 (20MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The R-D1x was brought out 4 years earlier than the NX1000 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the R-D1x scores versus the NX1000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Samsung NX1000

 R-D1x NX1000 

Reasons to pick Samsung NX1000 over the Epson R-D1x

 NX1000 R-D1x 
RevealedApril 2012February 2009More modern by 38 months
Display size3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution921k235kClearer display (+686k dot)

Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Samsung NX1000

 R-D1x NX1000 
Focus manually Dial precise focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch friendly display Missing Touch friendly display

Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX1000 Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Epson R-D1x has outside measurements of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) and the Samsung NX1000 has proportions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Compare the Epson R-D1x versus Samsung NX1000 in the latest 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 are utilising at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the R-D1x versus the NX1000.

Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX1000 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the R-D1x and NX1000 is 75 and 90 respectively.

Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX1000 top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX1000 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes merely by looking at specs. The picture below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the R-D1x and NX1000.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Samsung NX1000 to resolve greater detail having its extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged R-D1x is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX1000 sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX1000 Screen and ViewFinder

Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX1000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Epson R-D1x as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung NX1000 as a Portrait photography camera
47
you can focus manually
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
does not have liveview
no manual control
low MP (6 megapixels)
77
focusing manually
good resolution (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
provides face detection focus
saves RAW files
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Street Comparison

Epson R-D1x Street photography highlights
Samsung NX1000 Street photography highlights
56
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
fixed screen
does not have image stabilization
more heavy than competition in class (620g)
73
nice sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
lighter than competitors in class (222 grams)
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Epson R-D1x Sports photography highlights
Samsung NX1000 Sports photography highlights
31
nice sensor size (APS-C)
does not have liveview
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low MP (6MP)
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
56
good resolution (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
does not have image stabilization
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Epson R-D1x Travel photography factors
Samsung NX1000 Travel photography factors
39
no Timelapse function
more heavy than competition in class (620 grams)
low MP (6 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
68
lighter than competitors in class (222 grams)
good resolution (20MP)
lack of Time Lapse recording
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Epson R-D1x Landscape photography features
Samsung NX1000 Landscape photography features
45
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Leica M mount)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
screen is somewhat small (2.5")
does not have liveview
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
low MP (6 megapixels)
no Timelapse function
71
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Samsung NX mount)
screen size is good (3 inches)
good resolution (20MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
does not have image stabilization
lack of Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Epson R-D1x Vlogging features
Samsung NX1000 Vlogging features
9
no video shooting
34
provides face detection focus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competitors in class (222g)
display isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
lack of external mic jack
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Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX1000 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1x and Samsung NX1000
 Epson R-D1xSamsung NX1000
General Information
Brand Name Epson Samsung
Model Epson R-D1x Samsung NX1000
Type Advanced Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Launched 2009-02-27 2012-04-19
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.7 x 15.6mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 369.7mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 6 megapixels 20 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 3008 x 2000 5472 x 3648
Maximum native ISO 1600 12800
Lowest native ISO 200 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points - 15
Lens
Lens mount Leica M Samsung NX
Number of lenses 59 32
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.5" 3"
Display resolution 235 thousand dot 921 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (rangefinder) None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 1 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed - 8.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash sync - 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions - 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution None 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None Optional
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 620g (1.37 lbs) 222g (0.49 lbs)
Physical dimensions 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 72
DXO Color Depth score not tested 22.8
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 12.4
DXO Low light score not tested 840
Other
Battery life - 320 shots
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery model - BC1030
Self timer No Yes (2 sec to 30 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Retail price $1,709 $388