Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Samsung NX300M

Below, we are comparing the Hasselblad X1D II 50C and Samsung NX300M, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Hasselblad and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the X1D II 50C (51MP) and NX300M (20MP) and the X1D II 50C (Medium format) and NX300M (APS-C) possess different sensor sizes.

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The X1D II 50C was released 6 years after the NX300M which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short overview of how the X1D II 50C grades vs the NX300M in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Hasselblad X1D II 50C and Samsung NX300M. The complete galleries are available at Hasselblad X1D II 50C Gallery and Samsung NX300M Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Hasselblad X1D II 50C features external dimensions of 150mm x 98mm x 71mm (5.9" x 3.9" x 2.8") with a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs) and the Samsung NX300M has dimensions of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Take a look at the Hasselblad X1D II 50C and Samsung NX300M in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the X1D II 50C versus the NX300M.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the X1D II 50C and NX300M is 60 and 86 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specs. The pic below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the X1D II 50C and NX300M.

All in all, both cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The X1D II 50C because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Hasselblad X1D II 50C will resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 31MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher X1D II 50C provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.