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Epson R-D1x vs Sigma DP1

Portability
75
Imaging
46
Features
19
Overall
35
Epson R-D1x front
 
Sigma DP1 front
Portability
87
Imaging
43
Features
30
Overall
37

Epson R-D1x vs Sigma DP1 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
  • Revealed February 2009
  • Succeeded the Epson R-D1
Sigma DP1
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 800
  • No Video
  • 28mm (F) lens
  • 270g - 113 x 60 x 50mm
  • Launched May 2008
  • New Model is Sigma DP1s
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Epson R-D1x vs Sigma DP1 Overview

Its time to take a closer look at the Epson R-D1x versus Sigma DP1, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Epson and Sigma. The image resolution of the R-D1x (6MP) and the DP1 (5MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The R-D1x was released 10 months later than the DP1 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Epson R-D1x being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the R-D1x scores versus the DP1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Sigma DP1

 R-D1x DP1 
LaunchedFebruary 2009May 2008Fresher by 10 months
Screen resolution235k230kClearer screen (+5k dot)

Reasons to pick Sigma DP1 over the Epson R-D1x

 DP1 R-D1x 

Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Sigma DP1

 R-D1x DP1 
Focus manually Very exact focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing2.5"2.5"Equivalent screen measurements
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch screen Missing Touch screen

Epson R-D1x vs Sigma DP1 Physical Comparison

In case you're planning to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Epson R-D1x provides external measurements of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) and the Sigma DP1 has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") with a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

Take a look at the Epson R-D1x versus Sigma DP1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the R-D1x versus the DP1.

Epson R-D1x vs Sigma DP1 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R-D1x and DP1 is 75 and 87 respectively.

Epson R-D1x vs Sigma DP1 top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Sigma DP1 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the R-D1x and DP1.

As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Epson R-D1x to provide more detail as a result of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more recent R-D1x provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Epson R-D1x vs Sigma DP1 sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Sigma DP1 Screen and ViewFinder

Epson R-D1x vs Sigma DP1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Epson R-D1x
Portrait photography with Sigma DP1
47
has manual focus
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
does not have liveview
manual mode not available
low megapixels (6 megapixels)
55
manual focus
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
sensor resolution low (5 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Epson R-D1x
Street photography with Sigma DP1
56
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
more heavy than competition in class (620g)
64
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
lighter than others in class (270g)
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
low maximum ISO (800)
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Sports Comparison

Epson R-D1x Sports photography features
Sigma DP1 Sports photography features
31
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
does not have liveview
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (6MP)
does not have phase detect autofocus
31
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
focal length is fixed (28mm)
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (5MP)
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Epson R-D1x
Travel photography with Sigma DP1
39
lack of Timelapse mode
more heavy than competition in class (620g)
low megapixels (6 megapixels)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
63
lighter than others in class (270 grams)
built-in flash
good max aperture (f)
missing Timelapse mode
sensor resolution low (5MP)
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Epson R-D1x as a Landscape photography camera
Sigma DP1 as a Landscape photography camera
45
has manual focus
swap lenses (Leica M mount)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
small screen (2.5")
does not have liveview
manual mode not available
does not have image stabilization
low megapixels (6MP)
lack of Timelapse mode
44
manual focus
good max aperture (f)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (28mm)
tiny screen (2.5")
lack of image stabilization
sensor resolution low (5MP)
low maximum ISO (800)
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Epson R-D1x Vlogging details
Sigma DP1 Vlogging details
9
no video recording
9
no video
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Epson R-D1x vs Sigma DP1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1x and Sigma DP1
 Epson R-D1xSigma DP1
General Information
Manufacturer Epson Sigma
Model type Epson R-D1x Sigma DP1
Class Advanced Mirrorless Large Sensor Compact
Revealed 2009-02-27 2008-05-19
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.7 x 15.6mm 20.7 x 13.8mm
Sensor surface area 369.7mm² 285.7mm²
Sensor resolution 6 megapixel 5 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2
Peak resolution 3008 x 2000 2640 x 1760
Highest native ISO 1600 800
Min native ISO 200 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Lens
Lens support Leica M fixed lens
Lens zoom range - 28mm (1x)
Total lenses 59 -
Crop factor 1.5 1.7
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.5 inch 2.5 inch
Resolution of display 235 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (rangefinder) None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 1s 30s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash -
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Highest video resolution None None
Video file format Motion JPEG -
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 620 gr (1.37 lb) 270 gr (0.60 lb)
Dimensions 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0")
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
Self timer No Yes (10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC card SD/MMC card
Storage slots One One
Pricing at release $1,709 $566