Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Panasonic GF1

Lets look much closer at the Hasselblad X1D II 50C and Panasonic GF1, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Hasselblad and Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the X1D II 50C (51MP) and GF1 (12MP) and the X1D II 50C (Medium format) and GF1 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The X1D II 50C was launched 9 years after the GF1 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the X1D II 50C grades vs the GF1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Hasselblad X1D II 50C & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The complete galleries are available at Hasselblad X1D II 50C Gallery & Panasonic GF1 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Hasselblad X1D II 50C has exterior measurements of 150mm x 98mm x 71mm (5.9" x 3.9" x 2.8") having a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs) while the Panasonic GF1 has dimensions of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Take a look at the Hasselblad X1D II 50C and Panasonic GF1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the X1D II 50C and the GF1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X1D II 50C and GF1 is 60 and 85 respectively.

Typically, its hard to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading a spec sheet. The image here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the X1D II 50C and GF1.

As you can see, each of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The X1D II 50C featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Hasselblad X1D II 50C will deliver more detail utilizing its extra 39MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more recent X1D II 50C is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.