Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Panasonic GH5 II

Here, we will be matching up the Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Panasonic GH5 II, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by brands Hasselblad and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the X1D II 50C (51MP) and GH5 II (20MP) and the X1D II 50C (Medium format) and GH5 II (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor size.

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The X1D II 50C was announced 3 years before the GH5 II and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Hasselblad X1D II 50C being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GH5 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the X1D II 50C grades against the GH5 II in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Hasselblad X1D II 50C & Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5 II. The whole galleries are viewable at Hasselblad X1D II 50C Gallery & Panasonic GH5 II Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Hasselblad X1D II 50C enjoys physical measurements of 150mm x 98mm x 71mm (5.9" x 3.9" x 2.8") along with a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs) and the Panasonic GH5 II has measurements of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") with a weight of 727 grams (1.60 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the X1D II 50C compared to the GH5 II.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X1D II 50C and GH5 II is 60 and 59 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by researching technical specs. The photograph below will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the X1D II 50C and GH5 II.

As you can tell, each of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The X1D II 50C using its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Hasselblad X1D II 50C will result in more detail with its extra 31 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older X1D II 50C will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.