Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Leica M Edition 60

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Leica M Edition 60, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Hasselblad and Leica. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the X1D II 50C (51MP) and M Edition 60 (24MP) and the X1D II 50C (Medium format) and M Edition 60 (Full frame) use different sensor dimensions.

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The X1D II 50C was brought out 4 years after the M Edition 60 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the X1D II 50C grades vs the M Edition 60 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Hasselblad X1D II 50C & Leica M Edition 60. The entire galleries are available at Hasselblad X1D II 50C Gallery & Leica M Edition 60 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Hasselblad X1D II 50C provides outer measurements of 150mm x 98mm x 71mm (5.9" x 3.9" x 2.8") and a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs) while the Leica M Edition 60 has proportions of 139mm x 80mm x 42mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.7") with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs).

Examine the Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Leica M Edition 60 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the X1D II 50C vs the M Edition 60.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the X1D II 50C and M Edition 60 is 60 and 74 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading technical specs. The image underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the X1D II 50C and M Edition 60.

As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The X1D II 50C due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Hasselblad X1D II 50C will offer you greater detail having its extra 27MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher X1D II 50C provides a benefit in sensor technology.