Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Panasonic GF5

Below, we are reviewing the Hasselblad X1D II 50C and Panasonic GF5, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Hasselblad and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the X1D II 50C (51MP) and GF5 (12MP) and the X1D II 50C (Medium format) and GF5 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The X1D II 50C was released 7 years after the GF5 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the X1D II 50C matches up against the GF5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Hasselblad X1D II 50C & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5. The complete galleries are viewable at Hasselblad X1D II 50C Gallery & Panasonic GF5 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Hasselblad X1D II 50C offers outer 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) whilst the Panasonic GF5 has measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs).

Compare the Hasselblad X1D II 50C and Panasonic GF5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the X1D II 50C against the GF5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X1D II 50C and GF5 is 60 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes just by reviewing specifications. The picture underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the X1D II 50C and GF5.

Plainly, each of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The X1D II 50C featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Hasselblad X1D II 50C will deliver more detail as a result of its extra 39 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The younger X1D II 50C will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.