Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Pentax Q10

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Hasselblad X1D II 50C versus Pentax Q10, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Hasselblad and Pentax. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the X1D II 50C (51MP) and Q10 (12MP) and the X1D II 50C (Medium format) and Q10 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor size.

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The X1D II 50C was released 6 years after the Q10 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the X1D II 50C scores versus the Q10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Hasselblad X1D II 50C and Pentax Q10. The complete galleries are viewable at Hasselblad X1D II 50C Gallery and Pentax Q10 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Hasselblad X1D II 50C offers physical dimensions of 150mm x 98mm x 71mm (5.9" x 3.9" x 2.8") and a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs) whilst the Pentax Q10 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Check out the Hasselblad X1D II 50C versus Pentax Q10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the X1D II 50C versus the Q10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X1D II 50C and Q10 is 60 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by going over specifications. The image underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the X1D II 50C and Q10.

Plainly, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The X1D II 50C due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Hasselblad X1D II 50C will offer you more detail as a result of its extra 39 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher X1D II 50C provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.