Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Sony A7R IV
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Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Sony A7R IV Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 51MP - Medium format Sensor
- 3.60" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 2720 x 1530 video
- Hasselblad X Mount
- 725g - 150 x 98 x 71mm
- Introduced June 2019
- Earlier Model is Hasselblad X1D
- Updated by Hasselblad X2D
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Expand to 102800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 665g - 129 x 96 x 78mm
- Launched July 2019
- Superseded the Sony A7R III
- Newer Model is Sony A7R V

Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Sony A7R IV Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Sony A7R IV, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by companies Hasselblad and Sony. The image resolution of the X1D II 50C (51MP) and the A7R IV (61MP) is pretty comparable but the X1D II 50C (Medium format) and A7R IV (Full frame) possess totally different sensor measurements.

The X1D II 50C was brought out around the same time to the A7R IV and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Hasselblad X1D II 50C being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7R IV being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the X1D II 50C matches up versus the A7R IV in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Sony A7R IV Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Hasselblad X1D II 50C & Sony Alpha A7R IV. The entire galleries are provided at Hasselblad X1D II 50C Gallery & Sony A7R IV Gallery.
Reasons to pick Hasselblad X1D II 50C over the Sony A7R IV
X1D II 50C | A7R IV | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.60" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.6") |
Screen resolution | 2360k | ![]() | 1440k | Crisper screen (+920k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A7R IV over the Hasselblad X1D II 50C
A7R IV | X1D II 50C | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Hasselblad X1D II 50C and Sony A7R IV
X1D II 50C | A7R IV | |||
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Launched | June 2019 | ![]() | July 2019 | Same age |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Sony A7R IV Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Hasselblad X1D II 50C has outer dimensions of 150mm x 98mm x 71mm (5.9" x 3.9" x 2.8") and a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs) while the Sony A7R IV has specifications of 129mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1") and a weight of 665 grams (1.47 lbs).
Check the Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Sony A7R IV in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the X1D II 50C against the A7R IV.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X1D II 50C and A7R IV is 60 and 62 respectively.

Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Sony A7R IV Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the X1D II 50C and A7R IV.
Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The X1D II 50C featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony A7R IV will produce extra detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively.

Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Sony A7R IV Screen and ViewFinder


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Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Sony A7R IV Specifications
Hasselblad X1D II 50C | Sony Alpha A7R IV | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Hasselblad | Sony |
Model type | Hasselblad X1D II 50C | Sony Alpha A7R IV |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2019-06-19 | 2019-07-16 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Medium format | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 44 x 33mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 1,452.0mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 51MP | 61MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1 and 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 8272 x 6200 | 9504 x 6336 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 32000 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 102800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 117 | 567 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Hasselblad X | Sony E |
Available lenses | 13 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 0.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3.60 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 2,360k dot | 1,440k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | 5,760k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.87x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/10000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.7 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync. |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/2000 secs | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 2720 x 1530 (30p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 2720x1530 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 3.1 Gen 1(5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 725g (1.60 lb) | 665g (1.47 lb) |
Dimensions | 150 x 98 x 71mm (5.9" x 3.9" x 2.8") | 129 x 96 x 78mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 102 | 99 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 26.2 | 26.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.8 | 14.8 |
DXO Low light rating | 4489 | 3344 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 670 photographs |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II compatible) |
Storage slots | Dual | Dual |
Launch price | $5,750 | $3,498 |