Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Sony ZV-E1
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Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Sony ZV-E1 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
- Launched June 2019
- Earlier Model is Hasselblad X1D
- Renewed by Hasselblad X2D
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 102400 (Expand to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 1920 video
- Sony E Mount
- 483g - 121 x 72 x 54mm
- Revealed March 2023
Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Sony ZV-E1 Overview
Its time to take a closer look at the Hasselblad X1D II 50C and Sony ZV-E1, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by rivals Hasselblad and Sony. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the X1D II 50C (51MP) and ZV-E1 (12MP) and the X1D II 50C (Medium format) and ZV-E1 (Full frame) use different sensor sizes.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe X1D II 50C was revealed 4 years before the ZV-E1 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a brief overview of how the X1D II 50C grades against the ZV-E1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Sony ZV-E1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Hasselblad X1D II 50C & Sony ZV-E1. The full galleries are viewable at Hasselblad X1D II 50C Gallery & Sony ZV-E1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Hasselblad X1D II 50C over the Sony ZV-E1
X1D II 50C | ZV-E1 | |||
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Display sizing | 3.60" | 3.00" | Larger display (+0.6") | |
Display resolution | 2360k | 1037k | Crisper display (+1323k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony ZV-E1 over the Hasselblad X1D II 50C
ZV-E1 | X1D II 50C | |||
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Revealed | March 2023 | June 2019 | More recent by 45 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Hasselblad X1D II 50C and Sony ZV-E1
X1D II 50C | ZV-E1 | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focus | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Sony ZV-E1 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Hasselblad X1D II 50C enjoys external measurements of 150mm x 98mm x 71mm (5.9" x 3.9" x 2.8") with a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs) and the Sony ZV-E1 has specifications of 121mm x 72mm x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") along with a weight of 483 grams (1.06 lbs).
Look at the Hasselblad X1D II 50C and Sony ZV-E1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the X1D II 50C and the ZV-E1.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X1D II 50C and ZV-E1 is 60 and 80 respectively.
Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Sony ZV-E1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements just by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the X1D II 50C and ZV-E1.
As you can tell, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The X1D II 50C using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Hasselblad X1D II 50C will result in extra detail because of its extra 39MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The older X1D II 50C will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Sony ZV-E1 Specifications
Hasselblad X1D II 50C | Sony ZV-E1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Hasselblad | Sony |
Model type | Hasselblad X1D II 50C | Sony ZV-E1 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2019-06-19 | 2023-03-29 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Medium format | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 44 x 33mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 1,452.0mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 51 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1 and 4:3 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 8272 x 6200 | 4240 x 2832 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 102400 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 409600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 40 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 117 | 759 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Hasselblad X | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 13 | 195 |
Crop factor | 0.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3.60 inches | 3.00 inches |
Screen resolution | 2,360k dot | 1,037k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.87x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | - |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/10000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.7 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/2000 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 @ 120p / 280 3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XA3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 2720x1530 | 3840x1920 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 725g (1.60 pounds) | 483g (1.06 pounds) |
Dimensions | 150 x 98 x 71mm (5.9" x 3.9" x 2.8") | 121 x 72 x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 102 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 26.2 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 4489 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 570 images |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | 2 | Single |
Price at launch | $5,750 | $2,198 |