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Epson R-D1x vs Sigma SD10

Portability
75
Imaging
45
Features
19
Overall
34
Epson R-D1x front
 
Sigma SD10 front
Portability
54
Imaging
39
Features
27
Overall
34

Epson R-D1x vs Sigma SD10 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
  • Revealed February 2009
  • Older Model is Epson R-D1
Sigma SD10
(Full Review)
  • 3MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 1.8" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 800 (Boost to 1600)
  • 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
  • No Video
  • Sigma SA Mount
  • 950g - 152 x 120 x 79mm
  • Introduced March 2004
  • Earlier Model is Sigma SD9
  • Replacement is Sigma SD14
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Epson R-D1x vs Sigma SD10 Overview

Below, we are evaluating the Epson R-D1x and Sigma SD10, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Epson and Sigma. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and SD10 (3MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The R-D1x was released 5 years later than the SD10 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Epson R-D1x being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma SD10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the R-D1x scores versus the SD10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Sigma SD10

 R-D1x SD10 
IntroducedFebruary 2009March 2004More recent by 61 months
Display dimension2.5"1.8"Larger display (+0.7")
Display resolution235k130kCrisper display (+105k dot)

Reasons to pick Sigma SD10 over the Epson R-D1x

 SD10 R-D1x 

Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Sigma SD10

 R-D1x SD10 
Focus manually Very exact focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lacking selfie screen
Touch display Lacking Touch display

Epson R-D1x vs Sigma SD10 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Epson R-D1x has exterior dimensions of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) while the Sigma SD10 has sizing of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") and a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

Examine the Epson R-D1x and Sigma SD10 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the R-D1x vs the SD10.

Epson R-D1x vs Sigma SD10 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the R-D1x and SD10 is 75 and 54 respectively.

Epson R-D1x vs Sigma SD10 top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Sigma SD10 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is tough to see the difference in sensor measurements only by going through specifications. The photograph here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the R-D1x and SD10.

Plainly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Epson R-D1x to show more detail as a result of its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The younger R-D1x will have an edge in sensor tech.

Epson R-D1x vs Sigma SD10 sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Sigma SD10 Screen and ViewFinder

Epson R-D1x vs Sigma SD10 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Epson R-D1x
Portrait photography with Sigma SD10
47
focusing manually
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
doesn't have liveview
manual mode not available
low MP (6 megapixels)
47
has manual focus
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
does not have liveview
sensor resolution low (3 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Epson R-D1x as a Street photography camera
Sigma SD10 as a Street photography camera
56
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
heavier than competition (620g)
43
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
more heavy than competition in class (950g)
maximum ISO low (800)
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Sports Comparison

Epson R-D1x as a Sports photography camera
Sigma SD10 as a Sports photography camera
30
nice sensor size (APS-C)
doesn't have liveview
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
low MP (6 megapixels)
does not have phase detect auto focus
36
maximum shutter speed is high (1/6,000s)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
does not have liveview
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (3 megapixels)
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Epson R-D1x
Travel photography with Sigma SD10
39
no Time Lapse function
heavier than competition (620 grams)
low MP (6MP)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
29
does not have Timelapse mode
more heavy than competition in class (950g)
sensor resolution low (3MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Epson R-D1x Landscape photography features
Sigma SD10 Landscape photography features
45
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Leica M mount)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
small screen (2.5 inch)
doesn't have liveview
manual mode not available
no image stabilization
low MP (6MP)
no Time Lapse function
41
has manual focus
swap lenses (Sigma SA mount)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
screen is somewhat small (1.8 inch)
does not have liveview
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (3MP)
maximum ISO low (800)
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Epson R-D1x
Vlogging with Sigma SD10
9
no video recording
9
can't record video
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Epson R-D1x vs Sigma SD10 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1x and Sigma SD10
 Epson R-D1xSigma SD10
General Information
Manufacturer Epson Sigma
Model type Epson R-D1x Sigma SD10
Class Advanced Mirrorless Advanced DSLR
Revealed 2009-02-27 2004-03-19
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Mid-size SLR
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 area 369.7mm² 285.7mm²
Sensor resolution 6 megapixels 3 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 3008 x 2000 2268 x 1512
Maximum native ISO 1600 800
Maximum enhanced ISO - 1600
Lowest native ISO 200 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Lens
Lens support Leica M Sigma SA
Amount of lenses 59 76
Crop factor 1.5 1.7
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.5" 1.8"
Screen resolution 235 thousand dots 130 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (rangefinder) Optical (pentaprism)
Viewfinder coverage - 98%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.77x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 1 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/6000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize - 1/180 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Maximum video resolution None None
Video data format Motion JPEG -
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 620 gr (1.37 pounds) 950 gr (2.09 pounds)
Dimensions 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") 152 x 120 x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1")
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 shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC card Compact Flash Type I or II
Card slots 1 1
Launch pricing $1,709 $198