Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Leica CL

Here, we are matching up the Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Leica CL, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Hasselblad and Leica. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the X1D II 50C (51MP) and CL (24MP) and the X1D II 50C (Medium format) and CL (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The X1D II 50C was revealed 20 months later than the CL making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the X1D II 50C matches up vs the CL in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Hasselblad X1D II 50C & Leica CL. The full galleries are viewable at Hasselblad X1D II 50C Gallery & Leica CL Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Hasselblad X1D II 50C provides physical dimensions of 150mm x 98mm x 71mm (5.9" x 3.9" x 2.8") along with a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs) and the Leica CL has proportions of 131mm x 78mm x 45mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 1.8") having a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs).

Look at the Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Leica CL in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the X1D II 50C vs the CL.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X1D II 50C and CL is 60 and 82 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to see the gap in sensor measurements only by researching specifications. The graphic here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the X1D II 50C and CL.

To sum up, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The X1D II 50C with its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Hasselblad X1D II 50C will provide you with more detail because of its extra 27 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent X1D II 50C is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.