Epson R-D1x vs Samsung TL205
75 Imaging
46 Features
19 Overall
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35 Features
17 Overall
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Epson R-D1x vs Samsung TL205 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 1600
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 620g - 142 x 89 x 40mm
- Introduced February 2009
- Earlier Model is Epson R-D1
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-105mm (F3.0-5.6) lens
- 177g - 99 x 59 x 20mm
- Announced January 2010
- Also Known as PL100

Epson R-D1x vs Samsung TL205 Overview
Here is a in depth assessment of the Epson R-D1x and Samsung TL205, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Epson and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and TL205 (12MP) and the R-D1x (APS-C) and TL205 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor measurements.

The R-D1x was introduced 10 months prior to the TL205 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Epson R-D1x being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the R-D1x scores against the TL205 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Epson R-D1x vs Samsung TL205 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Epson R-D1x and Samsung TL205. The whole galleries are viewable at Epson R-D1x Gallery and Samsung TL205 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Samsung TL205
R-D1x | TL205 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen resolution | 235k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+5k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL205 over the Epson R-D1x
TL205 | R-D1x | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Announced | January 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 10 months |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Samsung TL205
R-D1x | TL205 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Epson R-D1x vs Samsung TL205 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Epson R-D1x features outer 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) whilst the Samsung TL205 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).
Contrast the Epson R-D1x and Samsung TL205 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the R-D1x vs the TL205.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the R-D1x and TL205 is 75 and 94 respectively.

Epson R-D1x vs Samsung TL205 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over specs. The graphic here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the R-D1x and TL205.
All in all, both of those cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The R-D1x using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Samsung TL205 will offer you more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older R-D1x is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

Epson R-D1x vs Samsung TL205 Screen and ViewFinder


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Epson R-D1x vs Samsung TL205 Specifications
Epson R-D1x | Samsung TL205 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Epson | Samsung |
Model type | Epson R-D1x | Samsung TL205 |
Also called as | - | PL100 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2009-02-27 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.7 x 15.6mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 369.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Leica M | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.0-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 10cm |
Available lenses | 59 | - |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 235k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 3.40 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 620 gr (1.37 lbs) | 177 gr (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") | 99 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | ||
Self timer | No | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, SD/SDHC Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $1,709 | $180 |