Hasselblad X1D vs Olympus E-PL2

Here is a detailed overview of the Hasselblad X1D versus Olympus E-PL2, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Hasselblad and Olympus. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the X1D (51MP) and E-PL2 (12MP) and the X1D (Medium format) and E-PL2 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The X1D was released 5 years later than the E-PL2 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the X1D scores against the E-PL2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Hasselblad X1D and Olympus PEN E-PL2. The complete galleries are provided at Hasselblad X1D Gallery and Olympus E-PL2 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Hasselblad X1D enjoys physical dimensions 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 Olympus E-PL2 has sizing of 114mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 362 grams (0.80 lbs).

Contrast the Hasselblad X1D versus Olympus E-PL2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the X1D against the E-PL2.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X1D and E-PL2 is 60 and 85 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the X1D and E-PL2.

Clearly, both of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The X1D due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Hasselblad X1D will offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 39MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher X1D provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.