Hasselblad X1D vs Leica Q2
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Hasselblad X1D vs Leica Q2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 51MP - Medium format Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Hasselblad X Mount
- 725g - 150 x 98 x 71mm
- Launched June 2016
- New Model is Hasselblad X1D II 50C
(Full Review)

Hasselblad X1D vs Leica Q2 Overview
Here is a in depth assessment of the Hasselblad X1D versus Leica Q2, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Hasselblad and Leica. The image resolution of the X1D (51MP) and the Q2 (47MP) is relatively comparable but the X1D (Medium format) and Q2 (Full frame) have totally different sensor sizing.

The X1D was announced 3 years earlier than the Q2 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Hasselblad X1D being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Leica Q2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the X1D matches up vs the Q2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Hasselblad X1D vs Leica Q2 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Hasselblad X1D and Leica Q2. The whole galleries are provided at Hasselblad X1D Gallery and Leica Q2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Hasselblad X1D over the Leica Q2
X1D | Q2 |
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Reasons to pick Leica Q2 over the Hasselblad X1D
Q2 | X1D | |||
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Released | March 2019 | ![]() | June 2016 | Fresher by 32 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 920k | Sharper screen (+120k dot) |
Common features in the Hasselblad X1D and Leica Q2
X1D | Q2 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Hasselblad X1D vs Leica Q2 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Hasselblad X1D features exterior dimensions of 150mm x 98mm x 71mm (5.9" x 3.9" x 2.8") and a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs) whilst the Leica Q2 has sizing of 130mm x 80mm x 92mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.6") and a weight of 718 grams (1.58 lbs).
Analyze the Hasselblad X1D versus Leica Q2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the X1D and the Q2.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the X1D and Q2 is 60 and 61 respectively.

Hasselblad X1D vs Leica Q2 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through technical specs. The photograph below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the X1D and Q2.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The X1D having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Hasselblad X1D will produce extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older X1D will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Hasselblad X1D vs Leica Q2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Hasselblad X1D vs Leica Q2 Specifications
Hasselblad X1D | Leica Q2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Hasselblad | Leica |
Model type | Hasselblad X1D | Leica Q2 |
Also referred to as | - | Type No. 4889 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2016-06-22 | 2019-03-07 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Medium format | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 44 x 33mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 1,452.0mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 51MP | 47MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1 and 4:3 | 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 8272 x 6200 | 8368 x 5584 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 50000 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Hasselblad X | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 28mm (1x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/1.7 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 17cm |
Number of lenses | 4 | - |
Crop factor | 0.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 920 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | 3,680 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.76x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/40000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.3fps | 20.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/2000s | 1/500s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (25p) | 4K/30/24p, 1080/120/60/30/24p |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 725 grams (1.60 lbs) | 718 grams (1.58 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 150 x 98 x 71mm (5.9" x 3.9" x 2.8") | 130 x 80 x 92mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 102 | 96 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 26.2 | 26.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.8 | 13.5 |
DXO Low light rating | 4489 | 2491 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 370 images |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BP-SCL4 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Dual | Single |
Price at release | $6,495 | $4,985 |