Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Samsung NX3000

Below is a in depth comparison of the Hasselblad X1D II 50C versus Samsung NX3000, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Hasselblad and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the X1D II 50C (51MP) and NX3000 (20MP) and the X1D II 50C (Medium format) and NX3000 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The X1D II 50C was brought out 5 years later than the NX3000 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a brief view of how the X1D II 50C grades vs the NX3000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Hasselblad X1D II 50C & Samsung NX3000. The entire galleries are provided at Hasselblad X1D II 50C Gallery & Samsung NX3000 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Hasselblad X1D II 50C provides external measurements 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 Samsung NX3000 has specifications of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Contrast the Hasselblad X1D II 50C versus Samsung NX3000 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the X1D II 50C versus the NX3000.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X1D II 50C and NX3000 is 60 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements only by reading specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the X1D II 50C and NX3000.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The X1D II 50C because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Hasselblad X1D II 50C will offer greater detail having its extra 31 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger X1D II 50C will have a benefit in sensor tech.