Hasselblad X1D vs Nikon 1 V1
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Hasselblad X1D vs Nikon 1 V1 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
- Revealed June 2016
- New Model is Hasselblad X1D II 50C
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon 1 Mount
- 383g - 113 x 76 x 44mm
- Launched January 2012
- Updated by Nikon 1 V2

Hasselblad X1D vs Nikon 1 V1 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Hasselblad X1D versus Nikon 1 V1, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Hasselblad and Nikon. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the X1D (51MP) and 1 V1 (10MP) and the X1D (Medium format) and 1 V1 (1") provide totally different sensor sizes.

The X1D was brought out 4 years later than the 1 V1 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving into a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the X1D grades vs the 1 V1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Hasselblad X1D vs Nikon 1 V1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Hasselblad X1D and Nikon 1 V1. The entire galleries are provided at Hasselblad X1D Gallery and Nikon 1 V1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Hasselblad X1D over the Nikon 1 V1
X1D | 1 V1 | |||
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Launched | June 2016 | ![]() | January 2012 | More recent by 54 months |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon 1 V1 over the Hasselblad X1D
1 V1 | X1D | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 920k | Crisper display (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Hasselblad X1D and Nikon 1 V1
X1D | 1 V1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Hasselblad X1D vs Nikon 1 V1 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Hasselblad X1D provides outside dimensions of 150mm x 98mm x 71mm (5.9" x 3.9" x 2.8") having a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs) whilst the Nikon 1 V1 has specifications of 113mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs).
Check the Hasselblad X1D versus Nikon 1 V1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the X1D against the 1 V1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the X1D and 1 V1 is 60 and 84 respectively.

Hasselblad X1D vs Nikon 1 V1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by going over specifications. The visual here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the X1D and 1 V1.
Plainly, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The X1D due to its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Hasselblad X1D will offer you more detail having its extra 41 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images more aggressively. The younger X1D will have an edge in sensor innovation.

Hasselblad X1D vs Nikon 1 V1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Hasselblad X1D vs Nikon 1 V1 Specifications
Hasselblad X1D | Nikon 1 V1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Hasselblad | Nikon |
Model type | Hasselblad X1D | Nikon 1 V1 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2016-06-22 | 2012-01-20 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Medium format | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 44 x 33mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 1,452.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 51 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1 and 4:3 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 8272 x 6200 | 3872 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 135 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Hasselblad X | Nikon 1 |
Amount of lenses | 4 | 13 |
Crop factor | 0.8 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 920k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 1,440k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Highest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.3 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow sync, Rear curtain |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/2000 secs | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (25p) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 1072 x 720 (60 fps) 640 x 240 (400), 320 x 120 (1200) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 725 gr (1.60 pounds) | 383 gr (0.84 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 150 x 98 x 71mm (5.9" x 3.9" x 2.8") | 113 x 76 x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 102 | 54 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 26.2 | 21.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.8 | 11.0 |
DXO Low light rating | 4489 | 346 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 350 pictures |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | EN-EL15 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Dual | 1 |
Cost at launch | $6,495 | $670 |