Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Nikon 1 J3

Here is a complete assessment of the Hasselblad X1D II 50C versus Nikon 1 J3, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Hasselblad and Nikon. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the X1D II 50C (51MP) and 1 J3 (14MP) and the X1D II 50C (Medium format) and 1 J3 (1") possess different sensor size.

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The X1D II 50C was announced 5 years later than the 1 J3 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the X1D II 50C matches up vs the 1 J3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Hasselblad X1D II 50C and Nikon 1 J3. The whole galleries are available at Hasselblad X1D II 50C Gallery and Nikon 1 J3 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Hasselblad X1D II 50C comes with physical dimensions of 150mm x 98mm x 71mm (5.9" x 3.9" x 2.8") with a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs) while the Nikon 1 J3 has sizing of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Hasselblad X1D II 50C versus Nikon 1 J3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the X1D II 50C versus the 1 J3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X1D II 50C and 1 J3 is 60 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at specifications. The photograph below may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the X1D II 50C and 1 J3.

Plainly, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The X1D II 50C having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Hasselblad X1D II 50C will give more detail with its extra 37 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The newer X1D II 50C should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.