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Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-7

Portability
75
Imaging
46
Features
19
Overall
35
Epson R-D1x front
 
Sony Alpha NEX-7 front
Portability
84
Imaging
64
Features
71
Overall
66

Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-7 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
  • Released February 2009
  • Succeeded the Epson R-D1
Sony NEX-7
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 16000
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 400g - 120 x 67 x 43mm
  • Released December 2011
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Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-7 Overview

The following is a thorough review of the Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-7, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Epson and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and NEX-7 (24MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The R-D1x was brought out 3 years earlier than the NEX-7 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the R-D1x matches up versus the NEX-7 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Sony NEX-7

 R-D1x NEX-7 

Reasons to pick Sony NEX-7 over the Epson R-D1x

 NEX-7 R-D1x 
ReleasedDecember 2011February 2009Newer by 33 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display dimensions3"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution921k235kCrisper display (+686k dot)

Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Sony NEX-7

 R-D1x NEX-7 
Manually focus Dial exact focusing
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither includes Touch friendly display

Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-7 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Epson R-D1x features exterior measurements of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) and the Sony NEX-7 has specifications of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 400 grams (0.88 lbs).

Compare the Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-7 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the R-D1x compared to the NEX-7.

Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-7 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R-D1x and NEX-7 is 75 and 84 respectively.

Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-7 top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-7 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the R-D1x and NEX-7.

Clearly, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony NEX-7 to give you more detail having its extra 18MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged R-D1x is going to be behind in sensor technology.

Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-7 sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-7 Screen and ViewFinder

Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Epson R-D1x Portrait photography info
Sony NEX-7 Portrait photography info
47
you can focus manually
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW files
no liveview
lack of manual mode
sensor resolution not great (6MP)
78
manual focus
decent MP (24MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
offers face detection autofocus
delivers RAW files
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Street Comparison

Epson R-D1x as a Street photography camera
Sony NEX-7 as a Street photography camera
56
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW files
screen is fixed
does not have image stabilization
more heavy than competitors (620g)
76
screen tilts
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Epson R-D1x Sports photography information
Sony NEX-7 Sports photography information
31
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
no liveview
lack of shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (6 megapixels)
does not have phase detect AF
62
decent MP (24 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
good battery life (430 per charge)
does not have image stabilization
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Epson R-D1x Travel photography info
Sony NEX-7 Travel photography info
39
does not have Timelapse function
more heavy than competitors (620g)
sensor resolution not great (6 megapixels)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
70
good battery life (430 per charge)
decent MP (24 megapixels)
has built in flash
lack of Timelapse mode
does not contain selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Epson R-D1x Landscape photography advice
Sony NEX-7 Landscape photography advice
45
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Leica M mount)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW files
screen is small (2.5 inch)
no liveview
lack of manual mode
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution not great (6MP)
does not have Timelapse function
72
manual focus
change lenses (Sony E mount)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
decent MP (24MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
good battery life (430 shots)
does not have image stabilization
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Epson R-D1x Vlogging factors
Sony NEX-7 Vlogging factors
9
lack of video recording
35
offers face detection autofocus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
includes external microphone port
does not contain selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
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Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-7 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1x and Sony NEX-7
 Epson R-D1xSony Alpha NEX-7
General Information
Brand Epson Sony
Model Epson R-D1x Sony Alpha NEX-7
Type Advanced Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Released 2009-02-27 2011-12-13
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
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Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.7 x 15.6mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 369.7mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 6 megapixel 24 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 3008 x 2000 6000 x 4000
Highest native ISO 1600 16000
Minimum native ISO 200 100
RAW photos
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points - 25
Lens
Lens mounting type Leica M Sony E
Number of lenses 59 121
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Tilting
Screen diagonal 2.5" 3"
Screen resolution 235 thousand dot 921 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (rangefinder) Electronic
Viewfinder coverage - 100%
Viewfinder magnification - 0.73x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 1s 30s
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter speed - 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range no built-in flash 6.00 m
Flash modes - Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash sync - 1/160s
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions - 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution None 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 620 grams (1.37 lb) 400 grams (0.88 lb)
Physical dimensions 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") 120 x 67 x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 81
DXO Color Depth score not tested 24.1
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 13.4
DXO Low light score not tested 1016
Other
Battery life - 430 images
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model - NPFW50
Self timer No Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 or 5 images))
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC card SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots Single Single
Launch price $1,709 $699