Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Sony A7c

Lets look a bit more closely at the Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Sony A7c, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Hasselblad and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the X1D II 50C (51MP) and A7c (24MP) and the X1D II 50C (Medium format) and A7c (Full frame) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The X1D II 50C was brought out 15 months before the A7c which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a brief overview of how the X1D II 50C grades against the A7c in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Hasselblad X1D II 50C & Sony Alpha A7c. The entire galleries are available at Hasselblad X1D II 50C Gallery & Sony A7c Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Hasselblad X1D II 50C features external 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 A7c has specifications of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs).

Check the Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Sony A7c in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the X1D II 50C vs the A7c.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the X1D II 50C and A7c is 60 and 78 respectively.

Generally, its tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by reading specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the X1D II 50C and A7c.

All in all, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The X1D II 50C due to its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Hasselblad X1D II 50C will offer extra detail having its extra 27 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older X1D II 50C is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.