Hasselblad X1D vs Leica M-Monochrom

Lets examine more closely at the Hasselblad X1D versus Leica M-Monochrom, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Hasselblad and Leica. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the X1D (51MP) and M-Monochrom (18MP) and the X1D (Medium format) and M-Monochrom (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The X1D was brought out 4 years after the M-Monochrom which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the X1D matches up vs the M-Monochrom with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Hasselblad X1D and Leica M-Monochrom. The entire galleries are available at Hasselblad X1D Gallery and Leica M-Monochrom Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Hasselblad X1D provides outer dimensions of 150mm x 98mm x 71mm (5.9" x 3.9" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs) whilst the Leica M-Monochrom has measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs).

Contrast the Hasselblad X1D versus Leica M-Monochrom in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the X1D against the M-Monochrom.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the X1D and M-Monochrom is 60 and 78 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specifications. The pic here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the X1D and M-Monochrom.

Plainly, both of those cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The X1D featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Hasselblad X1D will offer you greater detail having its extra 33MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher X1D will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.