Fujifilm X-E2 vs Hasselblad X1D

In this article, we will be comparing the Fujifilm X-E2 vs Hasselblad X1D, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Hasselblad. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E2 (16MP) and X1D (51MP) and the Fujifilm X-E2 (APS-C) and X1D (Medium format) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X-E2 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the X1D and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a short highlight of how the Fujifilm X-E2 grades vs the X1D in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-E2 and Hasselblad X1D. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E2 Gallery and Hasselblad X1D Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-E2 has physical dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and 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).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2 versus the X1D.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E2 and X1D is 85 and 60 respectively.

Typically, its hard to see the difference in sensor sizing purely by seeing technical specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-E2 and X1D.

As you can tell, both the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-E2 using its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Hasselblad X1D will produce greater detail having an extra 35MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-E2 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.