Fujifilm X-A2 vs Hasselblad X1D

Following is a in-depth assessment of the Fujifilm X-A2 vs Hasselblad X1D, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Hasselblad. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A2 (16MP) and X1D (51MP) and the Fujifilm X-A2 (APS-C) and X1D (Medium format) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-A2 was brought out 17 months prior to the X1D which makes them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Fujifilm X-A2 scores vs the X1D for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-A2 & Hasselblad X1D. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A2 Gallery & Hasselblad X1D Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A2 provides outside dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Hasselblad X1D has sizing of 150mm x 98mm x 71mm (5.9" x 3.9" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-A2 vs Hasselblad X1D in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A2 versus the X1D.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A2 and X1D is 86 and 60 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes only by looking at technical specs. The image underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-A2 and X1D.

As you have seen, both the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-A2 because of its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Hasselblad X1D will resolve greater detail having its extra 35MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-A2 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.