Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Nikon Z7

Lets look much closer at the Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Nikon Z7, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Hasselblad and Nikon. The resolution of the X1D II 50C (51MP) and the Z7 (46MP) is fairly well matched but the X1D II 50C (Medium format) and Z7 (Full frame) possess different sensor sizes.

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The X1D II 50C was unveiled 10 months after the Z7 and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Hasselblad X1D II 50C being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the X1D II 50C matches up against the Z7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Hasselblad X1D II 50C & Nikon Z7. The full galleries are viewable at Hasselblad X1D II 50C Gallery & Nikon Z7 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Hasselblad X1D II 50C features 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 Z7 has dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the X1D II 50C and the Z7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the X1D II 50C and Z7 is 60 and 62 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes only by reading through specifications. The picture below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the X1D II 50C and Z7.

To sum up, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The X1D II 50C with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Hasselblad X1D II 50C will resolve extra detail having an extra 5MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The newer X1D II 50C should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.