Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Panasonic GF8

Here is a in depth comparison of the Hasselblad X1D II 50C and Panasonic GF8, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Hasselblad and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the X1D II 50C (51MP) and GF8 (16MP) and the X1D II 50C (Medium format) and GF8 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The X1D II 50C was revealed 3 years later than the GF8 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the X1D II 50C scores versus the GF8 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Hasselblad X1D II 50C and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8. The full galleries are available at Hasselblad X1D II 50C Gallery and Panasonic GF8 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Hasselblad X1D II 50C offers external dimensions 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 GF8 has proportions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Take a look at the Hasselblad X1D II 50C and Panasonic GF8 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the X1D II 50C versus the GF8.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X1D II 50C and GF8 is 60 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing simply by going through technical specs. The graphic below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the X1D II 50C and GF8.

As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The X1D II 50C using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Hasselblad X1D II 50C will provide extra detail because of its extra 35 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more modern X1D II 50C will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.