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Epson R-D1x vs Sony ZV-E1

Portability
75
Imaging
46
Features
19
Overall
35
Epson R-D1x front
 
Sony ZV-E1 front
Portability
80
Imaging
66
Features
89
Overall
75

Epson R-D1x vs Sony ZV-E1 Key Specs

Epson R-D1x
(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
  • Superseded the Epson R-D1
Sony ZV-E1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 80 - 102400 (Bump to 409600)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 1920 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 483g - 121 x 72 x 54mm
  • Launched March 2023
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Epson R-D1x vs Sony ZV-E1 Overview

Following is a thorough assessment of the Epson R-D1x vs Sony ZV-E1, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Epson and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the R-D1x (6MP) and ZV-E1 (12MP) and the R-D1x (APS-C) and ZV-E1 (Full frame) posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The R-D1x was brought out 15 years prior to the ZV-E1 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the R-D1x grades against the ZV-E1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Epson R-D1x over the Sony ZV-E1

 R-D1x ZV-E1 

Reasons to pick Sony ZV-E1 over the Epson R-D1x

 ZV-E1 R-D1x 
LaunchedMarch 2023February 2009More modern by 171 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display size3.00"2.5"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution1037k235kCrisper display (+802k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Epson R-D1x and Sony ZV-E1

 R-D1x ZV-E1 
Manually focus Very exact focusing

Epson R-D1x vs Sony ZV-E1 Physical Comparison

If you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Epson R-D1x has got outside measurements of 142mm x 89mm x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 620 grams (1.37 lbs) while the Sony ZV-E1 has sizing of 121mm x 72mm x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") and a weight of 483 grams (1.06 lbs).

Take a look at the Epson R-D1x vs Sony ZV-E1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the R-D1x vs the ZV-E1.

Epson R-D1x vs Sony ZV-E1 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the R-D1x and ZV-E1 is 75 and 80 respectively.

Epson R-D1x vs Sony ZV-E1 top view buttons comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Sony ZV-E1 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specifications. The pic here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the R-D1x and ZV-E1.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The R-D1x featuring a tinier sensor will make getting bokeh more difficult and the Sony ZV-E1 will offer greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged R-D1x is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Epson R-D1x vs Sony ZV-E1 sensor size comparison

Epson R-D1x vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and ViewFinder

Epson R-D1x vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Epson R-D1x Portrait photography information
Sony ZV-E1 Portrait photography information
47
manual focus
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
doesn't have liveview
no manual mode
megapixel count low (6MP)
71
you can focus manually
sensor size is large (Full frame)
includes face detect focus
saves RAW files
low resolution (12 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Epson R-D1x
Street photography with Sony ZV-E1
56
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
heavier than competition in class (620g)
84
screen articulates fully
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
saves RAW files
includes focus by touch
environment sealing
lighter than others in class (483g)
above average ISO range (102,400)
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Sports Comparison

Epson R-D1x Sports photography advice
Sony ZV-E1 Sports photography advice
31
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
doesn't have liveview
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (6MP)
does not have phase detect auto focus
71
quiet shooting (1/8,000s)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
includes tracking focus
environment sealing
better than average battery (570 CIPA)
has phase detect auto focus
low maximum shutter speed (1/s)
low resolution (12MP)
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Travel Comparison

Epson R-D1x Travel photography info
Sony ZV-E1 Travel photography info
39
no Time Lapse function
heavier than competition in class (620 grams)
megapixel count low (6MP)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
79
better than average battery (570 shots)
lighter than others in class (483 grams)
environment sealing
connects via bluetooth
includes focus by touch
display is selfie friendly
low resolution (12MP)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Epson R-D1x
Landscape photography with Sony ZV-E1
45
manual focus
switch lenses (Leica M mount)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
screen is small (2.5")
doesn't have liveview
no manual mode
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (6 megapixels)
no Time Lapse function
79
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Sony E mount)
good sized screen (3.00 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
above average ISO range (102,400)
saves RAW files
environment sealing
better than average battery (570 CIPA)
low resolution (12MP)
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Vlogging Comparison

Epson R-D1x Vlogging advice
Sony ZV-E1 Vlogging advice
9
no video shooting
85
display is selfie friendly
touchscreen enabled
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
includes face detect focus
high res video (3840 x 1920 pixels)
has mic socket
lighter than others in class (483 grams)
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Epson R-D1x vs Sony ZV-E1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Epson R-D1x and Sony ZV-E1
 Epson R-D1xSony ZV-E1
General Information
Manufacturer Epson Sony
Model Epson R-D1x Sony ZV-E1
Category Advanced Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Introduced 2009-02-27 2023-03-29
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 35.6 x 23.8mm
Sensor area 369.7mm² 847.3mm²
Sensor resolution 6MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 3:2 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 3008 x 2000 4240 x 2832
Max native ISO 1600 102400
Max boosted ISO - 409600
Minimum native ISO 200 80
RAW photos
Minimum boosted ISO - 40
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points - 759
Lens
Lens mounting type Leica M Sony E
Available lenses 59 195
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Display size 2.5 inches 3.00 inches
Resolution of display 235 thousand dots 1,037 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Optical (rangefinder) None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 1 secs 30 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs -
Maximum quiet shutter speed - 1/8000 secs
Continuous shooting rate - 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash options - no built-in flash
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions - 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XA3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
Max video resolution None 3840x1920
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB none USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 620 gr (1.37 lb) 483 gr (1.06 lb)
Physical dimensions 142 x 89 x 40mm (5.6" x 3.5" x 1.6") 121 x 72 x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 570 photos
Type of battery - Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-FZ100
Self timer No Yes
Time lapse feature With downloadable app
Type of storage SD/SDHC card SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo
Card slots Single Single
Retail cost $1,709 $2,198