Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Panasonic GX8

Below is a complete overview of the Hasselblad X1D II 50C and Panasonic GX8, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Hasselblad and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the X1D II 50C (51MP) and GX8 (20MP) and the X1D II 50C (Medium format) and GX8 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor sizes.

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The X1D II 50C was introduced 3 years later than the GX8 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the X1D II 50C grades vs the GX8 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Hasselblad X1D II 50C and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8. The whole galleries are available at Hasselblad X1D II 50C Gallery and Panasonic GX8 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Hasselblad X1D II 50C has got 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) while the Panasonic GX8 has sizing of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") with a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs).

Contrast the Hasselblad X1D II 50C and Panasonic GX8 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the X1D II 50C versus the GX8.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X1D II 50C and GX8 is 60 and 74 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements simply by viewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the X1D II 50C and GX8.

Clearly, each of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The X1D II 50C having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Hasselblad X1D II 50C will provide you with extra detail using its extra 31MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The more recent X1D II 50C should have an edge in sensor technology.