Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Nikon Z6

On this page, we are reviewing the Hasselblad X1D II 50C and Nikon Z6, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Hasselblad and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the X1D II 50C (51MP) and Z6 (25MP) and the X1D II 50C (Medium format) and Z6 (Full frame) posses different sensor size.

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The X1D II 50C was released 10 months later than the Z6 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Hasselblad X1D II 50C being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon Z6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the X1D II 50C matches up against the Z6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Hasselblad X1D II 50C and Nikon Z6. The complete galleries are available at Hasselblad X1D II 50C Gallery and Nikon Z6 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Hasselblad X1D II 50C has physical 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 Nikon Z6 has measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") and a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs).

Contrast the Hasselblad X1D II 50C and Nikon Z6 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the X1D II 50C vs the Z6.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X1D II 50C and Z6 is 60 and 62 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the X1D II 50C and Z6.

Clearly, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The X1D II 50C because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Hasselblad X1D II 50C will give greater detail as a result of its extra 26MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more recent X1D II 50C provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.