Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Panasonic GF6

Let's look more closely at the Hasselblad X1D II 50C versus Panasonic GF6, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Hasselblad and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the X1D II 50C (51MP) and GF6 (16MP) and the X1D II 50C (Medium format) and GF6 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor sizing.

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The X1D II 50C was announced 6 years later than the GF6 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the X1D II 50C grades versus the GF6 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Hasselblad X1D II 50C & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6. The whole galleries are provided at Hasselblad X1D II 50C Gallery & Panasonic GF6 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Hasselblad X1D II 50C offers outer dimensions of 150mm x 98mm x 71mm (5.9" x 3.9" x 2.8") having a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF6 has specifications of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs).

Check out the Hasselblad X1D II 50C versus Panasonic GF6 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the X1D II 50C compared to the GF6.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the X1D II 50C and GF6 is 60 and 87 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements merely by going over specifications. The photograph below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the X1D II 50C and GF6.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The X1D II 50C using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Hasselblad X1D II 50C will deliver greater detail with its extra 35MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern X1D II 50C provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.