Fujifilm X-E1 vs Hasselblad X1D

Here, we are matching up the Fujifilm X-E1 vs Hasselblad X1D, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Hasselblad. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and X1D (51MP) and the Fujifilm X-E1 (APS-C) and X1D (Medium format) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-E1 was revealed 4 years prior to the X1D which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm X-E1 matches up versus the X1D when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-E1 and Hasselblad X1D. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery and Hasselblad X1D Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-E1 enjoys outer measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") 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") and a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-E1 vs Hasselblad X1D in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 vs the X1D.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E1 and X1D is 85 and 60 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by going through technical specs. The pic here will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-E1 and X1D.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X-E1 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Hasselblad X1D will show extra detail because of its extra 35 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm X-E1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.