Hasselblad X1D vs Nikon 1 S2
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![Hasselblad X1D front Hasselblad X1D front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Hasselblad-X1D/Hasselblad-X1D-front.jpg)
![Nikon 1 S2 front Nikon 1 S2 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-1-S2/Nikon-1-S2-front.jpg)
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45 Features
60 Overall
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Hasselblad X1D vs Nikon 1 S2 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
- Renewed by Hasselblad X1D II 50C
(Full Review)
- 14.2MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 190g - 101 x 61 x 29mm
- Announced May 2014
- Replaced the Nikon 1 S1
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Hasselblad X1D vs Nikon 1 S2 Overview
Here is a extended overview of the Hasselblad X1D vs Nikon 1 S2, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Hasselblad and Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the X1D (51MP) and 1 S2 (14.2MP) and the X1D (Medium format) and 1 S2 (1") offer totally different sensor size.
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The X1D was revealed 2 years later than the 1 S2 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the X1D matches up against the 1 S2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Hasselblad X1D vs Nikon 1 S2 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Hasselblad X1D and Nikon 1 S2. The full galleries are available at Hasselblad X1D Gallery and Nikon 1 S2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Hasselblad X1D over the Nikon 1 S2
X1D | 1 S2 | |||
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Announced | June 2016 | ![]() | May 2014 | Fresher by 26 months |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+460k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 S2 over the Hasselblad X1D
1 S2 | X1D |
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Common features in the Hasselblad X1D and Nikon 1 S2
X1D | 1 S2 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Hasselblad X1D vs Nikon 1 S2 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Hasselblad X1D comes with physical 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) while the Nikon 1 S2 has proportions of 101mm x 61mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
See the Hasselblad X1D vs Nikon 1 S2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the X1D and the 1 S2.
![Hasselblad X1D vs Nikon 1 S2 size comparison Hasselblad X1D vs Nikon 1 S2 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Hasselblad-X1D-vs-Nikon-1-S2-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X1D and 1 S2 is 60 and 93 respectively.
![Hasselblad X1D vs Nikon 1 S2 top view buttons comparison Hasselblad X1D vs Nikon 1 S2 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Hasselblad-X1D-vs-Nikon-1-S2-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Hasselblad X1D vs Nikon 1 S2 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing simply by going through specs. The photograph here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the X1D and 1 S2.
All in all, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The X1D using its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Hasselblad X1D will show greater detail because of its extra 36.8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The newer X1D will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
![Hasselblad X1D vs Nikon 1 S2 sensor size comparison Hasselblad X1D vs Nikon 1 S2 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Hasselblad-X1D-vs-Nikon-1-S2-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Hasselblad X1D vs Nikon 1 S2 Screen and ViewFinder
![Hasselblad X1D vs Nikon 1 S2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Hasselblad X1D vs Nikon 1 S2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Hasselblad-X1D-vs-Nikon-1-S2-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Hasselblad X1D vs Nikon 1 S2 Specifications
Hasselblad X1D | Nikon 1 S2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Hasselblad | Nikon |
Model | Hasselblad X1D | Nikon 1 S2 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2016-06-22 | 2014-05-21 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Expeed 4A |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Medium format | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 44 x 33mm | 13.1 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 1,452.0mm² | 115.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 51 megapixel | 14.2 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1 and 4:3 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 8272 x 6200 | 4592 x 3072 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 171 |
Cross focus points | - | 73 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Hasselblad X | Nikon 1 |
Total lenses | 4 | 13 |
Crop factor | 0.8 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 920 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Max quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.3fps | 60.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | - |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Fill, fill w/slow sync, rear curtain sync, rear curtain w/ slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/2000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (25p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 725 gr (1.60 lbs) | 190 gr (0.42 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 150 x 98 x 71mm (5.9" x 3.9" x 2.8") | 101 x 61 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 102 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 26.2 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 4489 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 270 pictures |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | EN-EL22 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | Two | Single |
Pricing at release | $6,495 | $450 |