Fujifilm X-E2S vs Hasselblad X1D II 50C

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Fujifilm X-E2S vs Hasselblad X1D II 50C, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Hasselblad. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) and X1D II 50C (51MP) and the Fujifilm X-E2S (APS-C) and X1D II 50C (Medium format) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X-E2S was revealed 4 years before the X1D II 50C and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm X-E2S scores versus the X1D II 50C for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-E2S and Hasselblad X1D II 50C. The full galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-E2S Gallery and Hasselblad X1D II 50C Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-E2S features external dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Hasselblad X1D II 50C has dimensions of 150mm x 98mm x 71mm (5.9" x 3.9" x 2.8") with a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X-E2S vs Hasselblad X1D II 50C in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2S against the X1D II 50C.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E2S and X1D II 50C is 85 and 60 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing purely by checking specs. The visual underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-E2S and X1D II 50C.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-E2S with its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Hasselblad X1D II 50C will resolve greater detail because of its extra 35MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-E2S is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.