Hasselblad X1D vs Leica SL2

The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Hasselblad X1D vs Leica SL2, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Hasselblad and Leica. The resolution of the X1D (51MP) and the SL2 (47MP) is fairly well matched but the X1D (Medium format) and SL2 (Full frame) enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The X1D was launched 4 years earlier than the SL2 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Hasselblad X1D being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Leica SL2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the X1D matches up against the SL2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Hasselblad X1D and Leica SL2. The complete galleries are available at Hasselblad X1D Gallery and Leica SL2 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Hasselblad X1D has got outside dimensions 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 Leica SL2 has sizing of 146mm x 107mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.3") along with a weight of 835 grams (1.84 lbs).

Compare the Hasselblad X1D vs Leica SL2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the X1D versus the SL2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the X1D and SL2 is 60 and 57 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture here will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the X1D and SL2.

Clearly, both cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The X1D due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Hasselblad X1D will give extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged X1D is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.