Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Sony FX3

Below, we will be evaluating the Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Sony FX3, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Hasselblad and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the X1D II 50C (51MP) and FX3 (12MP) and the X1D II 50C (Medium format) and FX3 (Full frame) use different sensor sizing.

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The X1D II 50C was revealed 20 months before the FX3 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the X1D II 50C scores vs the FX3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Hasselblad X1D II 50C & Sony FX3. The full galleries are available at Hasselblad X1D II 50C Gallery & Sony FX3 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Hasselblad X1D II 50C has outer measurements of 150mm x 98mm x 71mm (5.9" x 3.9" x 2.8") with a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs) whilst the Sony FX3 has dimensions of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") with a weight of 716 grams (1.58 lbs).

Check the Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Sony FX3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the X1D II 50C vs the FX3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X1D II 50C and FX3 is 60 and 62 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes simply by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the X1D II 50C and FX3.

Clearly, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The X1D II 50C with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Hasselblad X1D II 50C will offer more detail because of its extra 39MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged X1D II 50C is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.