Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX1100
75 Imaging
46 Features
19 Overall
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90 Imaging
62 Features
60 Overall
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Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX1100 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Launched April 2013
- Old Model is Samsung NX1000
- Updated by Samsung NX2000

Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX1100 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Epson R-D1x versus Samsung NX1100, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Epson and Samsung. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and NX1100 (20MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

The R-D1x was revealed 5 years prior to the NX1100 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the R-D1x grades versus the NX1100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX1100 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Epson R-D1x & Samsung NX1100. The full galleries are viewable at Epson R-D1x Gallery & Samsung NX1100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Samsung NX1100
R-D1x | NX1100 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX1100 over the Epson R-D1x
NX1100 | R-D1x | |||
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Launched | April 2013 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 50 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 235k | Sharper screen (+686k dot) |
Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Samsung NX1100
R-D1x | NX1100 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX1100 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Epson R-D1x provides outside 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) and the Samsung NX1100 has sizing of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Check out the Epson R-D1x versus Samsung NX1100 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the R-D1x and the NX1100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the R-D1x and NX1100 is 75 and 90 respectively.

Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX1100 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by going over specifications. The image below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the R-D1x and NX1100.
To sum up, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Samsung NX1100 to offer you extra detail because of its extra 14MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged R-D1x is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX1100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX1100 Specifications
Epson R-D1x | Samsung NX1100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Epson | Samsung |
Model | Epson R-D1x | Samsung NX1100 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2009-02-27 | 2013-04-11 |
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 | 6MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
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 | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 235 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
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 |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | 620 gr (1.37 pounds) | 222 gr (0.49 pounds) |
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 Overall score | not tested | 73 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 852 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 320 pictures |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | BC1030 |
Self timer | No | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $1,709 | $600 |