Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Sony a1

Below, we are comparing the Hasselblad X1D II 50C versus Sony a1, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by rivals Hasselblad and Sony. The sensor resolution of the X1D II 50C (51MP) and the a1 (50MP) is very comparable but the X1D II 50C (Medium format) and a1 (Full frame) use different sensor measurements.

Photography Glossary

The X1D II 50C was brought out 19 months earlier than the a1 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Hasselblad X1D II 50C being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a short summation of how the X1D II 50C grades vs the a1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Hasselblad X1D II 50C and Sony Alpha a1. The entire galleries are viewable at Hasselblad X1D II 50C Gallery and Sony a1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Hasselblad X1D II 50C provides outside measurements of 150mm x 98mm x 71mm (5.9" x 3.9" x 2.8") having a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs) whilst the Sony a1 has proportions of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).

Analyze the Hasselblad X1D II 50C versus Sony a1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the X1D II 50C against the a1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the X1D II 50C and a1 is 60 and 61 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by seeing technical specs. The visual here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the X1D II 50C and a1.

As you can tell, both the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The X1D II 50C due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Hasselblad X1D II 50C will show extra detail having its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images much more aggressively. The older X1D II 50C will be behind in sensor technology.