Hasselblad X1D vs Nikon Z8

Here, we are evaluating the Hasselblad X1D and Nikon Z8, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by brands Hasselblad and Nikon. The resolution of the X1D (51MP) and the Z8 (46MP) is fairly comparable but the X1D (Medium format) and Z8 (Full frame) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The X1D was unveiled 7 years prior to the Z8 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Hasselblad X1D being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon Z8 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the X1D matches up vs the Z8 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Hasselblad X1D and Nikon Z8. The full galleries are viewable at Hasselblad X1D Gallery and Nikon Z8 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Hasselblad X1D comes with outside dimensions of 150mm x 98mm x 71mm (5.9" x 3.9" x 2.8") and a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs) while the Nikon Z8 has proportions of 144mm x 119mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 3.3") and a weight of 910 grams (2.01 lbs).

Check out the Hasselblad X1D and Nikon Z8 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the X1D versus the Z8.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the X1D and Z8 is 60 and 55 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing a spec sheet. The image here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the X1D and Z8.

As you can see, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The X1D with its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Hasselblad X1D will produce greater detail having an extra 5MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged X1D will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.