Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Sony NEX-3

The following is a in-depth comparison of the Hasselblad X1D II 50C versus Sony NEX-3, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Hasselblad and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the X1D II 50C (51MP) and NEX-3 (14MP) and the X1D II 50C (Medium format) and NEX-3 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The X1D II 50C was launched 9 years after the NEX-3 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the X1D II 50C scores versus the NEX-3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Hasselblad X1D II 50C & Sony Alpha NEX-3. The complete galleries are provided at Hasselblad X1D II 50C Gallery & Sony NEX-3 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. 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) while the Sony NEX-3 has dimensions of 117mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 297 grams (0.65 lbs).

Take a look at the Hasselblad X1D II 50C versus Sony NEX-3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the X1D II 50C vs the NEX-3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the X1D II 50C and NEX-3 is 60 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions only by looking at specifications. The pic here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the X1D II 50C and NEX-3.

Plainly, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The X1D II 50C because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Hasselblad X1D II 50C will give greater detail utilizing its extra 37MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger X1D II 50C is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.