Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-C3
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![Epson R-D1x front Epson R-D1x front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Epson-R-D1x.jpg)
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Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-C3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 1600
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 620g - 142 x 89 x 40mm
- Introduced February 2009
- Replaced the Epson R-D1
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1280 x 720 video
- Sony E Mount
- 225g - 110 x 60 x 33mm
- Announced August 2011
- Previous Model is Sony NEX-3
- Successor is Sony NEX-F3
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Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-C3 Overview
The following is a detailed review of the Epson R-D1x versus Sony NEX-C3, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Epson and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and NEX-C3 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).
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The R-D1x was launched 3 years prior to the NEX-C3 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going in to a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the R-D1x matches up versus the NEX-C3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-C3 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Epson R-D1x & Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The complete galleries are provided at Epson R-D1x Gallery & Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Sony NEX-C3
R-D1x | NEX-C3 |
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Reasons to pick Sony NEX-C3 over the Epson R-D1x
NEX-C3 | R-D1x | |||
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Announced | August 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 30 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 235k | Crisper display (+685k dot) |
Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Sony NEX-C3
R-D1x | NEX-C3 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-C3 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Epson R-D1x features outside dimensions of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") along with a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) while the Sony NEX-C3 has specifications of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).
Examine the Epson R-D1x versus Sony NEX-C3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the R-D1x vs the NEX-C3.
![Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-C3 size comparison Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-C3 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Epson-R-D1x-vs-Sony-Alpha-NEX-C3-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the R-D1x and NEX-C3 is 75 and 91 respectively.
![Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-C3 top view buttons comparison Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-C3 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Epson-R-D1x-vs-Sony-Alpha-NEX-C3-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-C3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the R-D1x and NEX-C3.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Sony NEX-C3 to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged R-D1x is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
![Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-C3 sensor size comparison Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-C3 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Epson-R-D1x-vs-Sony-Alpha-NEX-C3-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-C3 Screen and ViewFinder
![Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-C3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-C3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Epson-R-D1x-vs-Sony-Alpha-NEX-C3-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-C3 Specifications
Epson R-D1x | Sony Alpha NEX-C3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Epson | Sony |
Model type | Epson R-D1x | Sony Alpha NEX-C3 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2009-02-27 | 2011-08-22 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.7 x 15.6mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.7mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 4912 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Leica M | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 59 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 235k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (rangefinder) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 6.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | None | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 620g (1.37 lbs) | 225g (0.50 lbs) |
Dimensions | 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") | 110 x 60 x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 73 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1083 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 400 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NPFW50 |
Self timer | No | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $1,709 | $343 |