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Epson R-D1x vs Sigma fp

Portability
75
Imaging
46
Features
19
Overall
35
Epson R-D1x front
 
Sigma fp front
Portability
84
Imaging
75
Features
79
Overall
76

Epson R-D1x vs Sigma fp 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
  • Replaced the Epson R-D1
Sigma fp
(Full Review)
  • 25MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 25600 (Expand to 102400)
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 422g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
  • Launched July 2019
  • Replacement is Sigma fp L
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Epson R-D1x vs Sigma fp Overview

Below is a extended comparison of the Epson R-D1x and Sigma fp, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by rivals Epson and Sigma. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and fp (25MP) and the R-D1x (APS-C) and fp (Full frame) provide totally different sensor size.

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The R-D1x was brought out 11 years earlier than the fp and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the R-D1x scores vs the fp in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Sigma fp

 R-D1x fp 

Reasons to pick Sigma fp over the Epson R-D1x

 fp R-D1x 
LaunchedJuly 2019February 2009More recent by 126 months
Display size3.2"2.5"Larger display (+0.7")
Display resolution2100k235kSharper display (+1865k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Sigma fp

 R-D1x fp 
Manually focus Very precise focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen

Epson R-D1x vs Sigma fp Physical Comparison

For those who are looking to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Epson R-D1x provides physical dimensions of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) and the Sigma fp has specifications of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

Analyze the Epson R-D1x and Sigma fp in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the R-D1x compared to the fp.

Epson R-D1x vs Sigma fp size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the R-D1x and fp is 75 and 84 respectively.

Epson R-D1x vs Sigma fp top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Sigma fp Sensor Comparison

Often, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements purely by seeing technical specs. The photograph below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the R-D1x and fp.

As you can tell, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The R-D1x because of its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Sigma fp will show greater detail having its extra 19MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older R-D1x will be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Epson R-D1x vs Sigma fp sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Sigma fp Screen and ViewFinder

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

Portrait Comparison

Epson R-D1x as a Portrait photography camera
Sigma fp as a Portrait photography camera
47
focusing manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
doesn't have liveview
lack of manual mode
resolution not great (6MP)
85
has manual focus
megapixel count amazing (25MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
features face detection autofocus
supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Epson R-D1x Street photography advice
Sigma fp Street photography advice
56
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
heavier than competition (620g)
77
large sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW formats
provides focus by touch
weather proof
above average high ISO (25,600)
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Epson R-D1x
Sports photography with Sigma fp
31
good sensor size (APS-C)
doesn't have liveview
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
resolution not great (6 megapixels)
lack of phase detect autofocus
73
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
megapixel count amazing (25MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
features tracking autofocus
weather proof
does not have image stabilization
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Epson R-D1x
Travel photography with Sigma fp
39
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
heavier than competition (620 grams)
resolution not great (6 megapixels)
display isn't selfie friendly
78
weather proof
provides focus by touch
megapixel count amazing (25 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Epson R-D1x as a Landscape photography camera
Sigma fp as a Landscape photography camera
45
focusing manually
switch lenses (Leica M mount)
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
tiny screen (2.5 inch)
doesn't have liveview
lack of manual mode
does not have image stabilization
resolution not great (6 megapixels)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
82
has manual focus
change lenses (Leica L mount)
screen size is decent (3.2 inch)
megapixel count amazing (25 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
above average high ISO (25,600)
supports RAW formats
weather proof
does not have image stabilization
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Vlogging Comparison

Epson R-D1x Vlogging advice
Sigma fp Vlogging advice
9
no video shooting
37
screen is touchscreen
features face detection autofocus
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
does have external mic socket
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
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Epson R-D1x vs Sigma fp Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1x and Sigma fp
 Epson R-D1xSigma fp
General Information
Brand Name Epson Sigma
Model type Epson R-D1x Sigma fp
Category Advanced Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Revealed 2009-02-27 2019-07-11
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor dimensions 23.7 x 15.6mm 35.9 x 23.9mm
Sensor surface area 369.7mm² 858.0mm²
Sensor resolution 6 megapixel 25 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 3008 x 2000 6000 x 4000
Highest native ISO 1600 25600
Highest enhanced ISO - 102400
Min native ISO 200 100
RAW data
Min enhanced ISO - 6
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points - 49
Lens
Lens mount type Leica M Leica L
Amount of lenses 59 30
Crop factor 1.5 1
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.5 inches 3.2 inches
Screen resolution 235 thousand dots 2,100 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (rangefinder) None
Features
Min shutter speed 1 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate - 12.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings - no built-in flash
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions - 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM
Highest video resolution None 3840x2160
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None No
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none Yes
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 620 gr (1.37 pounds) 422 gr (0.93 pounds)
Physical dimensions 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8")
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 ID - BP-51
Self timer No Yes (2 or 10 wec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC card SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported)
Card slots One One
Price at release $1,709 $2,050