Photoradar.com Updated: 2014-12-24 06:36:35
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Nostalgia isn't what it used to be, but that hasn't stopped several photographic manufacturers bringing various 'retro' models to the table that look as if they've been brought back from a bygone age.On most of these, the vintage styling has been large...

Nostalgia isn't what it used to be, but that hasn't stopped several photographic manufacturers bringing various 'retro' models to the table that look as if they've been brought back from a bygone age.On most of these, the vintage styling has been large...
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techradar.com Updated: 2014-12-24 06:36:35
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Nostalgia isnt what it used to be, but that hasnt stopped several photographic manufacturers bringing various retro models to the table that look as if theyve been brought back from a bygone age.On most of these, the vintage styling has been large...

EM lens mount, Retro charm...

Inconsistent results, Awkward operation...

Nostalgia isnt what it used to be, but that hasnt stopped several photographic manufacturers bringing various retro models to the table that look as if theyve been brought back from a bygone age.On most of these, the vintage styling has been large...
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The R-D1 provides plenty of camera cachet for any photographer thanks to its unique combination of old and modern and superb image quality.
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Epson’s R-D1 is a stunning world first for the company and provides of enticement for any photographer thanks to a unique combination of old and modern design, plus superb image quality. Its showy sophistication is...

Excellent magnesium alloy build, good 6MP sensor, accepts Leica M and L-mount lenses (L-mount lenses via an adapter), RAW capture...

Slow menu system, fully manual control may not be to everyone’s liking.

Expensive? Yes, which means it DROPs a verdict star down to lack of value for money. Unique? Yes. But is it any good? No, it is simply superb. It is a great enthusiasts' camera, or the (almost) perfect professional’s back up instrument. Your only pro...
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Seiko Epson and Cosina Voigtlander jointly developed the Epson R-D1 digital rangefinder camera. To both companies, I say: congratulations. This is an exceptional little camera, one of the best and most enjoyable I have ever used. Just an hour into working...
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Here's the specification. It's a six megapixel camera with no autofocus, it only has center-weighted metering and either aperture priority auto or manual exposure. It has none of the usual handy features like auto-bracketing, continuous shooting or a movi...
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Even as a rangefinder, the camera would need to include much more to justify its price. You might add a star if you are a die Specs: Megapixels: 6.1, Media Format: Secure Digital, Maximum Resolution: 3008 x 2000 pixels, Type: Enthusiast...
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From what I heard through the grapevine, the R-D1 was greeted with a lot of interest and enthusiasm. This was confirmed by several photographer friends who, even though not rangefinder enthusiasts, took a great interest in the camera and were captivate...
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photographyreview.com Updated: 2014-12-24 06:36:35
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In March, 2004, Epson leapfrogged over Leica by introducing a digital rangefinder camera body capable of using all of Leicas rangefinder M interchangeable lenses. The R-D1 is a joint venture between Seiko Epson and Cosina in Japan, and thus resembles...
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The Epson R-D1?s digital specifications describe a competitive, contemporary pro capability with a 6.1-megapixel CCD sensor that?s 23.7x15.6mm in physical size. Image capture formats include two JPEG sizes as well as raw in 12-bit 9MB files. The focal...
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