Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-F3
75 Imaging
46 Features
19 Overall
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86 Imaging
56 Features
60 Overall
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Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-F3 Key Specs
(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
- Previous Model is Epson R-D1
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 314g - 117 x 67 x 42mm
- Introduced August 2012
- Earlier Model is Sony NEX-C3
- Updated by Sony NEX-3N

Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-F3 Overview
Here, we are matching up the Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-F3, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Epson and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and NEX-F3 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

The R-D1x was launched 4 years earlier than the NEX-F3 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the R-D1x matches up against the NEX-F3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-F3 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Epson R-D1x & Sony Alpha NEX-F3. The complete galleries are viewable at Epson R-D1x Gallery & Sony NEX-F3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Sony NEX-F3
R-D1x | NEX-F3 |
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Reasons to pick Sony NEX-F3 over the Epson R-D1x
NEX-F3 | R-D1x | |||
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Introduced | August 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 42 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 235k | Clearer display (+685k dot) |
Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Sony NEX-F3
R-D1x | NEX-F3 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-F3 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Epson R-D1x offers 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 Sony NEX-F3 has dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).
Take a look at the Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-F3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the R-D1x compared to the NEX-F3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the R-D1x and NEX-F3 is 75 and 86 respectively.

Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-F3 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the R-D1x and NEX-F3.
Clearly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Sony NEX-F3 to show extra detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older R-D1x will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-F3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Epson R-D1x vs Sony NEX-F3 Specifications
Epson R-D1x | Sony Alpha NEX-F3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Epson | Sony |
Model | Epson R-D1x | Sony Alpha NEX-F3 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2009-02-27 | 2012-08-16 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor 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 area | 369.7mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 6MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3008 x 2000 | 4912 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 16000 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Leica M | Sony E |
Total lenses | 59 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 235k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (rangefinder) | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 6.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/160 seconds |
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) |
Max video resolution | None | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 620 gr (1.37 lb) | 314 gr (0.69 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") | 117 x 67 x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 73 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1114 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 470 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NPFW50 |
Self timer | No | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $1,709 | $470 |