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Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX1100

Portability
75
Imaging
46
Features
19
Overall
35
Epson R-D1x front
 
Samsung NX1100 front
Portability
90
Imaging
62
Features
60
Overall
61

Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX1100 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
Samsung NX1100
(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
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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).

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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.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Samsung NX1100

 R-D1x NX1100 

Reasons to pick Samsung NX1100 over the Epson R-D1x

 NX1100 R-D1x 
LaunchedApril 2013February 2009More modern by 50 months
Screen size3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution921k235kSharper screen (+686k dot)

Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Samsung NX1100

 R-D1x NX1100 
Manually focus Dial precise focus
Screen typeFixed 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX1100 size comparison

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 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX1100 Screen and ViewFinder

Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX1100 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Epson R-D1x Portrait photography information
Samsung NX1100 Portrait photography information
47
you can focus manually
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
no liveview
no manual control
low megapixels (6MP)
77
has manual focus
decent sensor resolution (20MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
provides face detection focus
delivers RAW files
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Street Comparison

Epson R-D1x Street photography highlights
Samsung NX1100 Street photography highlights
56
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
heavier than average (620 grams)
73
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
lighter than others in class (222 grams)
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Epson R-D1x as a Sports photography camera
Samsung NX1100 as a Sports photography camera
31
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
no liveview
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (6MP)
has no phase detect autofocus
56
decent sensor resolution (20MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
no image stabilization
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Epson R-D1x
Travel photography with Samsung NX1100
39
missing Time Lapse mode
heavier than average (620g)
low megapixels (6MP)
display is not selfie friendly
68
lighter than others in class (222g)
decent sensor resolution (20 megapixels)
missing Time Lapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Epson R-D1x Landscape photography highlights
Samsung NX1100 Landscape photography highlights
45
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Leica M mount)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inch)
no liveview
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (6 megapixels)
missing Time Lapse mode
71
has manual focus
swap lenses (Samsung NX mount)
screen size is decent (3")
decent sensor resolution (20 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
no image stabilization
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Epson R-D1x
Vlogging with Samsung NX1100
9
no video recording
34
provides face detection focus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than others in class (222g)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
missing external mic port
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Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX1100 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1x and Samsung NX1100
 Epson R-D1xSamsung NX1100
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