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Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX300

Portability
75
Imaging
46
Features
19
Overall
35
Epson R-D1x front
 
Samsung NX300 front
Portability
86
Imaging
63
Features
73
Overall
67

Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX300 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
  • Introduced February 2009
  • Succeeded the Epson R-D1
Samsung NX300
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Samsung NX Mount
  • 331g - 122 x 64 x 41mm
  • Revealed November 2013
  • Old Model is Samsung NX210
  • Renewed by Samsung NX500
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Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX300 Overview

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Epson R-D1x versus Samsung NX300, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Epson and Samsung. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and NX300 (20MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The R-D1x was revealed 5 years prior to the NX300 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the R-D1x scores against the NX300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Samsung NX300

 R-D1x NX300 

Reasons to pick Samsung NX300 over the Epson R-D1x

 NX300 R-D1x 
RevealedNovember 2013February 2009More modern by 57 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen size3.3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.8")
Screen resolution768k235kCrisper screen (+533k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Samsung NX300

 R-D1x NX300 
Manually focus Dial exact focus
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen

Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX300 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Epson R-D1x enjoys exterior measurements 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 NX300 has measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Examine the Epson R-D1x versus Samsung NX300 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the R-D1x and the NX300.

Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX300 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the R-D1x and NX300 is 75 and 86 respectively.

Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX300 top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX300 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes simply by looking at technical specs. The pic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the R-D1x and NX300.

As you can tell, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Samsung NX300 to resolve more detail because of its extra 14MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged R-D1x is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX300 sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX300 Screen and ViewFinder

Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Epson R-D1x Portrait photography details
Samsung NX300 Portrait photography details
47
you can focus manually
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
does not have liveview
no manual control
megapixel count low (6MP)
77
you can focus manually
decent MP (20MP)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
includes face detection focusing
exports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Epson R-D1x Street photography details
Samsung NX300 Street photography details
56
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
more heavy than average (620 grams)
80
screen tilts
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
boasts focus via touch
good high ISO (25,600)
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Epson R-D1x Sports photography information
Samsung NX300 Sports photography information
31
decent sensor size (APS-C)
does not have liveview
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (6MP)
doesn't have phase detect AF
73
max shutter speed is good (1/6,000 seconds)
decent MP (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
includes tracking autofocus
sensor has phase detect AF
does not have image stabilization
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Epson R-D1x
Travel photography with Samsung NX300
39
missing Timelapse recording
more heavy than average (620 grams)
megapixel count low (6 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
67
boasts focus via touch
decent MP (20MP)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Epson R-D1x as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung NX300 as a Landscape photography camera
45
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Leica M mount)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
small screen (2.5 inch)
does not have liveview
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (6 megapixels)
missing Timelapse recording
72
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Samsung NX mount)
pretty good screen size (3.3 inch)
decent MP (20 megapixels)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
good high ISO (25,600)
exports RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
doesn't have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Epson R-D1x Vlogging info
Samsung NX300 Vlogging info
9
no video
33
touchscreen functionality
includes face detection focusing
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
doesn't have external microphone jack
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Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX300 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1x and Samsung NX300
 Epson R-D1xSamsung NX300
General Information
Brand Name Epson Samsung
Model type Epson R-D1x Samsung NX300
Class Advanced Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Introduced 2009-02-27 2013-11-24
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by - DRIMe IV
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 6 megapixel 20 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 3008 x 2000 5472 x 3648
Maximum native ISO 1600 25600
Lowest native ISO 200 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Total focus points - 247
Lens
Lens support Leica M Samsung NX
Number of lenses 59 32
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Tilting
Screen size 2.5" 3.3"
Screen resolution 235k dot 768k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen tech - Active Matrix OLED screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (rangefinder) None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 1 seconds 30 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/6000 seconds
Continuous shooting speed - 9.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings - Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Highest flash sync - 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions - 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240
Maximum video resolution None 1920x1080
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None Optional
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 620 grams (1.37 lbs) 331 grams (0.73 lbs)
Physical dimensions 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 76
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 23.6
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 12.7
DXO Low light rating not tested 942
Other
Battery life - 330 shots
Battery format - Battery Pack
Battery ID - BP1130
Self timer No Yes (2 sec to 30 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC card SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at launch $1,709 $750