Hasselblad X1D vs Nikon 1 J5

Here is a complete comparison of the Hasselblad X1D vs Nikon 1 J5, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Hasselblad and Nikon. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the X1D (51MP) and 1 J5 (21MP) and the X1D (Medium format) and 1 J5 (1") use different sensor sizes.

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The X1D was revealed 15 months later than the 1 J5 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the X1D scores versus the 1 J5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Hasselblad X1D and Nikon 1 J5. The full galleries are provided at Hasselblad X1D Gallery and Nikon 1 J5 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Hasselblad X1D features exterior measurements of 150mm x 98mm x 71mm (5.9" x 3.9" x 2.8") along with a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs) whilst the Nikon 1 J5 has proportions of 98mm x 60mm x 32mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view size comparison of the X1D versus the 1 J5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the X1D and 1 J5 is 60 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the X1D and 1 J5.

As you can see, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The X1D having a larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Hasselblad X1D will offer you more detail because of its extra 30MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images much more aggressively. The more recent X1D should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.