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Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX210

Portability
75
Imaging
46
Features
19
Overall
35
Epson R-D1x front
 
Samsung NX210 front
Portability
90
Imaging
62
Features
57
Overall
60

Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX210 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
  • Released February 2009
  • Succeeded the Epson R-D1
Samsung NX210
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Samsung NX Mount
  • 222g - 117 x 63 x 37mm
  • Revealed August 2012
  • Superseded the Samsung NX200
  • Successor is Samsung NX300
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Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX210 Overview

In this article, we are matching up the Epson R-D1x and Samsung NX210, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Epson and Samsung. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and NX210 (20MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The R-D1x was launched 4 years prior to the NX210 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the R-D1x matches up vs the NX210 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Samsung NX210

 R-D1x NX210 

Reasons to pick Samsung NX210 over the Epson R-D1x

 NX210 R-D1x 
RevealedAugust 2012February 2009More modern by 42 months
Display sizing3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution614k235kCrisper display (+379k dot)

Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Samsung NX210

 R-D1x NX210 
Manually focus Very precise focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly display Lack of Touch friendly display

Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX210 Physical Comparison

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Epson R-D1x provides physical measurements of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) while the Samsung NX210 has dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the R-D1x versus the NX210.

Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX210 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the R-D1x and NX210 is 75 and 90 respectively.

Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX210 top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX210 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is very difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes merely by seeing specs. The image underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the R-D1x and NX210.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Samsung NX210 to produce extra detail utilizing its extra 14MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged R-D1x will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX210 sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX210 Screen and ViewFinder

Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX210 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Epson R-D1x Portrait photography factors
Samsung NX210 Portrait photography factors
47
has manual focus
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
doesn't have liveview
manual exposure not available
megapixel count low (6 megapixels)
77
has manual focus
megapixel count good (20MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
features face detect focusing
saves RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Epson R-D1x Street photography info
Samsung NX210 Street photography info
56
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
more heavy than competition (620 grams)
73
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
lighter than others (222 grams)
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Epson R-D1x as a Sports photography camera
Samsung NX210 as a Sports photography camera
31
decent sensor size (APS-C)
doesn't have liveview
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (6 megapixels)
does not have phase detect autofocus
56
megapixel count good (20MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
does not have image stabilization
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Epson R-D1x Travel photography highlights
Samsung NX210 Travel photography highlights
39
no Timelapse recording
more heavy than competition (620 grams)
megapixel count low (6 megapixels)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
68
lighter than others (222g)
megapixel count good (20 megapixels)
does not have Timelapse recording
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Epson R-D1x Landscape photography details
Samsung NX210 Landscape photography details
45
has manual focus
swap lenses (Leica M mount)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
tiny screen (2.5 inch)
doesn't have liveview
manual exposure not available
lack of image stabilization
megapixel count low (6MP)
no Timelapse recording
71
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Samsung NX mount)
screen size is good (3 inches)
megapixel count good (20 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
does not have Timelapse recording
Photography Glossary

Vlogging Comparison

Epson R-D1x as a Vlogging camera
Samsung NX210 as a Vlogging camera
9
no video
34
features face detect focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than others (222 grams)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
does not have microphone socket
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Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX210 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1x and Samsung NX210
 Epson R-D1xSamsung NX210
General Information
Brand Epson Samsung
Model type Epson R-D1x Samsung NX210
Type Advanced Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Released 2009-02-27 2012-08-14
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.7 x 15.6mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 369.7mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 6MP 20MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 3008 x 2000 5472 x 3648
Highest native ISO 1600 12800
Min native ISO 200 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points - 15
Lens
Lens mount type Leica M Samsung NX
Total lenses 59 32
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.5" 3"
Resolution of display 235k dots 614k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Display tech - Active Matrix OLED screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (rangefinder) None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 1 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate - 8.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 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
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize - 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported 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)
Highest video resolution None 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None Optional
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 620 grams (1.37 lbs) 222 grams (0.49 lbs)
Dimensions 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") 117 x 63 x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 71
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 22.8
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 12.5
DXO Low light rating not tested 719
Other
Battery life - 330 shots
Battery type - Battery Pack
Battery ID - BC1030
Self timer No Yes (2 sec to 30 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC card SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One One
Retail pricing $1,709 $625