Hasselblad X1D vs Leica M11 Monochrome

Here is a in-depth review of the Hasselblad X1D versus Leica M11 Monochrome, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Hasselblad and Leica. The image resolution of the X1D (51MP) and the M11 Monochrome (60MP) is very similar but the X1D (Medium format) and M11 Monochrome (Full frame) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The X1D was launched 7 years before the M11 Monochrome and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the X1D scores vs the M11 Monochrome in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Hasselblad X1D and Leica M11 Monochrome. The complete galleries are viewable at Hasselblad X1D Gallery and Leica M11 Monochrome Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Hasselblad X1D provides 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) while the Leica M11 Monochrome has specifications of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") with a weight of 640 grams (1.41 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the X1D versus the M11 Monochrome.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X1D and M11 Monochrome is 60 and 76 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing just by going over specs. The visual underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the X1D and M11 Monochrome.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The X1D because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Leica M11 Monochrome will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older X1D is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.