Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX300M
75 Imaging
46 Features
19 Overall
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86 Imaging
62 Features
73 Overall
66
Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX300M 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
- Earlier Model is Epson R-D1
(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
- Released January 2013
Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX300M Overview
Below is a detailed assessment of the Epson R-D1x and Samsung NX300M, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Epson and Samsung. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and NX300M (20MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (APS-C).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe R-D1x was launched 4 years prior to the NX300M and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the R-D1x scores vs the NX300M with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX300M Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Epson R-D1x & Samsung NX300M. The complete galleries are viewable at Epson R-D1x Gallery & Samsung NX300M Gallery.
Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Samsung NX300M
R-D1x | NX300M |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX300M over the Epson R-D1x
NX300M | R-D1x | |||
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Released | January 2013 | February 2009 | More recent by 46 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen size | 3.3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.8") | |
Screen resolution | 768k | 235k | Crisper screen (+533k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Samsung NX300M
R-D1x | NX300M | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX300M Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Epson R-D1x features physical 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) while the Samsung NX300M has sizing of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).
Look at the Epson R-D1x and Samsung NX300M in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the R-D1x vs the NX300M.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the R-D1x and NX300M is 75 and 86 respectively.
Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX300M Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements simply by checking technical specs. The photograph here may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the R-D1x and NX300M.
As you can tell, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Samsung NX300M to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older R-D1x is going to be behind in sensor tech.
Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX300M Screen and ViewFinder
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Epson R-D1x vs Samsung NX300M Specifications
Epson R-D1x | Samsung NX300M | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Epson | Samsung |
Model type | Epson R-D1x | Samsung NX300M |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2009-02-27 | 2013-01-03 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | DRIMe IV |
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 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 247 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Leica M | Samsung NX |
Total lenses | 59 | 32 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inch | 3.3 inch |
Screen resolution | 235k dots | 768k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 9.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt 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 | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
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 |
Highest video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 pounds) | 331 grams (0.73 pounds) |
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 Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BP1130 |
Self timer | No | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $1,709 | $699 |