Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Olympus E-PL9

Let's take a deeper look at the Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Olympus E-PL9, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Hasselblad and Olympus. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the X1D II 50C (51MP) and E-PL9 (16MP) and the X1D II 50C (Medium format) and E-PL9 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The X1D II 50C was released 17 months after the E-PL9 making them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the X1D II 50C matches up vs the E-PL9 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Hasselblad X1D II 50C & Olympus PEN E-PL9. The complete galleries are provided at Hasselblad X1D II 50C Gallery & Olympus E-PL9 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and size. The Hasselblad X1D II 50C offers exterior measurements of 150mm x 98mm x 71mm (5.9" x 3.9" x 2.8") and a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL9 has specifications of 117mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 380 grams (0.84 lbs).

Examine the Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Olympus E-PL9 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the X1D II 50C and the E-PL9.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X1D II 50C and E-PL9 is 60 and 85 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes simply by checking specifications. The pic underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the X1D II 50C and E-PL9.

To sum up, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The X1D II 50C because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Hasselblad X1D II 50C will resolve more detail as a result of its extra 35 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The younger X1D II 50C will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.