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Introduction The Epson R-D1 offers the convenience of digital imaging technology with the classic features of a traditional rangefinder camera to produce high-quality photographs and an enjoyable shooting experience. Traditional rangefinder design If you are already familiar with rangefinder photography, you will be up to speed in no time with the R-D1. If you are new to this type of camera, you will quickly discover the benefits of time-tested rangefinder design, such as: ❏ Parallax-corrected bright-line frames within the viewfinder for better composition ❏ Unobstructed and clear view of a subject during exposure ❏ Relatively silent and shock-free operations as compared to a single lens reflex (SLR) camera Wide variety of lenses available The R-D1 is equipped with an EM mount, which accepts a wide variety of M-type bayonet lenses originally introduced for film-based rangefinder cameras. This opens up a world of possibilities with hundreds of lenses to choose from, both vintage and contemporary. With an adapter ring, L-mount lenses can also be used with the R-D1, further enhancing its shooting potential. Note: The lenses you own and use on a film-based rangefinder camera may produce unexpected results when used with the R-D1. Life-size magnification The R-D1 comes with a viewfinder with 1.0x magnification, so what you see through the viewfinder is at the same size as seen with a naked eye. Using both eyes you can easily see what is happening outside the viewfinder. With the R-D1 you will focus more on what you are shooting, not what you are shooting with. Print optimized images The pictures you take using the R-D1 can be saved in unprocessed RAW format, which can be postprocessed for printing using the bundled software. We at Epson believe that photographic images, be they film-based or digital, are best expressed on printed media. The R-D1 reflects this philosophy. Warnings, Cautions, and Notes Observe the following while you read this manual: w Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury. c Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment. Notes contain important information and useful tips on the operation of your product. Introduction 5

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Introduction
5
Introduction
The Epson R-D1 offers the convenience of digital imaging technology
with the classic features of a traditional rangefinder camera to produce
high-quality photographs and an enjoyable shooting experience.
Traditional rangefinder design
If you are already familiar with rangefinder photography, you will be
up to speed in no time with the R-D1. If you are new to this type of
camera, you will quickly discover the benefits of time-tested
rangefinder design, such as:
❏
Parallax-corrected bright-line frames within the viewfinder for
better composition
❏
Unobstructed and clear view of a subject during exposure
❏
Relatively silent and shock-free operations as compared to a single
lens reflex (SLR) camera
Wide variety of lenses available
The R-D1 is equipped with an EM mount, which accepts a wide variety
of M-type bayonet lenses originally introduced for film-based
rangefinder cameras. This opens up a world of possibilities with
hundreds of lenses to choose from, both vintage and contemporary.
With an adapter ring, L-mount lenses can also be used with the R-D1,
further enhancing its shooting potential.
Note:
The lenses you own and use on a film-based rangefinder camera may
produce unexpected results when used with the R-D1.
Life-size magnification
The R-D1 comes with a viewfinder with 1.0x magnification, so what
you see through the viewfinder is at the same size as seen with a naked
eye. Using both eyes you can easily see what is happening outside the
viewfinder. With the R-D1 you will focus more on what you are
shooting, not what you are shooting with.
Print optimized images
The pictures you take using the R-D1 can be saved in unprocessed RAW
format, which can be postprocessed for printing using the bundled
software. We at Epson believe that photographic images, be they
film-based or digital, are best expressed on printed media. The R-D1
reflects this philosophy.
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
Observe the following while you read this manual:
w
Warnings
must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
c
Cautions
must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
Notes
contain important information and useful tips on the operation of your
product.