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Epson R-D1x vs Sigma DP2s

Portability
75
Imaging
45
Features
19
Overall
34
Epson R-D1x front
 
Sigma DP2s front
Portability
86
Imaging
43
Features
31
Overall
38

Epson R-D1x vs Sigma DP2s 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
  • Announced February 2009
  • Old Model is Epson R-D1
Sigma DP2s
(Full Review)
  • 5MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 50 - 3200
  • 320 x 240 video
  • 41mm (F) lens
  • 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
  • Launched February 2010
  • Older Model is Sigma DP2
  • Renewed by Sigma DP2x
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Epson R-D1x vs Sigma DP2s Overview

Its time to take a closer look at the Epson R-D1x versus Sigma DP2s, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Epson and Sigma. The image resolution of the R-D1x (6MP) and the DP2s (5MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The R-D1x was unveiled 11 months earlier than the DP2s so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Epson R-D1x being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the R-D1x grades versus the DP2s with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Sigma DP2s

 R-D1x DP2s 
Screen resolution235k230kCrisper screen (+5k dot)

Reasons to pick Sigma DP2s over the Epson R-D1x

 DP2s R-D1x 
LaunchedFebruary 2010February 2009Fresher by 11 months

Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Sigma DP2s

 R-D1x DP2s 
Manually focus Dial precise focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen size2.5"2.5"Same screen sizing
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch screen Lacking Touch screen

Epson R-D1x vs Sigma DP2s Physical Comparison

In case you're going to carry your camera, you have to consider its weight and size. The Epson R-D1x has outer 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 DP2s has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") along with a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Analyze the Epson R-D1x versus Sigma DP2s in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the R-D1x and the DP2s.

Epson R-D1x vs Sigma DP2s size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the R-D1x and DP2s is 75 and 86 respectively.

Epson R-D1x vs Sigma DP2s top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Sigma DP2s Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing specifications. The graphic here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the R-D1x and DP2s.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Epson R-D1x to render more detail having an extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older R-D1x will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Epson R-D1x vs Sigma DP2s sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Sigma DP2s Screen and ViewFinder

Epson R-D1x vs Sigma DP2s Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Epson R-D1x Portrait photography features
Sigma DP2s Portrait photography features
47
focusing manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
doesn't have liveview
no manual exposure
low resolution sensor (6 megapixels)
55
focusing manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
sensor resolution low (5 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Epson R-D1x
Street photography with Sigma DP2s
56
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
heavier than competition in class (620g)
67
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
lighter than competition (280 grams)
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Epson R-D1x Sports photography info
Sigma DP2s Sports photography info
30
good sensor size (APS-C)
doesn't have liveview
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
low resolution sensor (6 megapixels)
no phase detect auto focus
29
good sensor size (APS-C)
fixed focal length (41mm)
very slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames per second)
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (5 megapixels)
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Epson R-D1x Travel photography information
Sigma DP2s Travel photography information
39
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition in class (620 grams)
low resolution sensor (6MP)
does not have selfie friendly screen
67
lighter than competition (280 grams)
built-in flash
fast maximum aperture (f)
sensor resolution low (5 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Epson R-D1x Landscape photography information
Sigma DP2s Landscape photography information
45
focusing manually
change lenses (Leica M mount)
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
screen is small (2.5")
doesn't have liveview
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
low resolution sensor (6 megapixels)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
48
focusing manually
fast maximum aperture (f)
good sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (41mm)
screen is somewhat small (2.5")
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (5 megapixels)
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Vlogging Comparison

Epson R-D1x Vlogging highlights
Sigma DP2s Vlogging highlights
9
can't shoot video
28
fast maximum aperture (f)
lighter than competition (280g)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
video resolution low (320 x 240 pxls)
lack of external mic socket
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Epson R-D1x vs Sigma DP2s Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1x and Sigma DP2s
 Epson R-D1xSigma DP2s
General Information
Manufacturer Epson Sigma
Model Epson R-D1x Sigma DP2s
Type Advanced Mirrorless Large Sensor Compact
Announced 2009-02-27 2010-02-20
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Large Sensor Compact
Sensor Information
Chip - True II
Sensor type CCD CMOS (Foveon X3)
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.7 x 15.6mm 20.7 x 13.8mm
Sensor area 369.7mm² 285.7mm²
Sensor resolution 6MP 5MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 3008 x 2000 2640 x 1760
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Minimum native ISO 200 50
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Lens
Lens mounting type Leica M fixed lens
Lens focal range - 41mm (1x)
Amount of lenses 59 -
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.7
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.5 inches 2.5 inches
Resolution of screen 235k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (rangefinder) None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 1 seconds 15 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate - 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range no built-in flash 4.30 m
Flash settings - Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions - 320 x 240
Highest video resolution None 320x240
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 620 gr (1.37 lbs) 280 gr (0.62 lbs)
Physical dimensions 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Self timer No Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC card SD/SDHC/MMC card
Card slots 1 1
Launch price $1,709 $940