Canon R vs Hasselblad X1D II 50C

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon R vs Hasselblad X1D II 50C, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by rivals Canon and Hasselblad. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the R (30MP) and X1D II 50C (51MP) and the R (Full frame) and X1D II 50C (Medium format) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The R was launched 9 months prior to the X1D II 50C so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Hasselblad X1D II 50C being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the R matches up against the X1D II 50C in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS R and Hasselblad X1D II 50C. The complete galleries are provided at Canon R Gallery and Hasselblad X1D II 50C Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon R enjoys exterior measurements of 136mm x 98mm x 84mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.3") with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) whilst the Hasselblad X1D II 50C has proportions of 150mm x 98mm x 71mm (5.9" x 3.9" x 2.8") and a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs).

Check out the Canon R vs Hasselblad X1D II 50C in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the R versus the X1D II 50C.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R and X1D II 50C is 62 and 60 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing a spec sheet. The visual underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the R and X1D II 50C.

As you can see, the 2 cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The R because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Hasselblad X1D II 50C will provide more detail utilizing its extra 21 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older R will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.