Epson R-D1

The world's first digital rangefinder camera

Epson R-D1
79/100
CAMERA SCORE
Features 12
Performance 14
Durability 18
Price 15
Usability 20
Brand Epson
Model R-D1

Key Features

SENSOR 6.1 megapixel APS-C CCD sensor
PROCESSOR Proprietary Epson image processing engine
AUTOFOCUS Manual focus only via rangefinder mechanism
PHASE DETECTION N/A - Optical rangefinder focusing system
VIDEO None
STABILIZATION None
BURST RATE 3 fps, buffer for 12 frames
VIEWFINDER 0.5x magnification optical rangefinder with frame lines
DISPLAY 2.0-inch TFT LCD, 235,000 dots, flip-out design
CONNECTIVITY USB 1.1, Video out
MEMORY CARD Single SD card slot
WEATHER SEALING Magnesium alloy body, no formal weather sealing
BATTERY LIFE Approx. 500 shots per charge, Li-ion battery

The Most Important Buttons & Dials — Epson R-D1

Control / Button / Dial Status Note
Shutter-release Button ✓ Present
Mode Dial ✗ Not Present
+/- EV (Exposure Compensation) Button ✗ Not Present
Dedicated ISO Button ✗ Not Present
Dedicated Aperture Dial / Ring ✓ Present On lens
Dedicated Shutter Speed Dial ✓ Present
AF-ON Button ✗ Not Present
Main Command Dial ✗ Not Present
Sub-Command Dial ✗ Not Present
Function (Fn) Buttons ✗ Not Present
Joystick / Multi-selector ✗ Not Present
AF-assist / Self-timer Lamp ✗ Not Present
Monitor Mode Button ✗ Not Present
Video Record Button ✗ Not Present
Drive Mode Control ✓ Present Manual film-style advance lever

How-to Use Epson R-D1

Welcome to the How-to section of the camera. In this Light & Composition University website, each page for a camera has a how-to section and a section for learning. Simply because the buttons and the controls of each camera is located in different places that not only varies for brands but in each model. How-to section help you operate your camera, however, if you are interested to learn photography, not only you need to know how your camera works, but also you must know what you can change and why you do that to get better photo. Click the “Learn” or scroll down.

Epson R-D1 Exposure Indicators

Optimal exposure Underexposed by 1/3 EV Overexposed by over 2 EV
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The key to the photography is light, and it’s the exposure indicators, where you see how much light your camera sensor sees. These indicators both in monitor and viewfinder show whether the photograph would be under or over-exposed at the current setting. The amount of under or overexposure is shown in increments of 1/3 EV.

Learn & Master Photography with Epson R-D1

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Technical Specification

Sensor APS-C CCD
Resolution 6.1 Megapixels
ISO Range 200-1600
Autofocus Manual Rangefinder
Shutter Speed 1 to 1/2000 sec
Burst Rate 3 fps
Video None
Stabilization None
Viewfinder Optical Rangefinder
LCD 2.0-inch LCD
Memory Card SD
Connectivity USB 1.1
Battery Life 500 shots
Weight 590g
Dimensions 142 x 88.5 x 39.5 mm