Hasselblad X1D vs Olympus E-PL6

On this page, we will be evaluating the Hasselblad X1D versus Olympus E-PL6, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Hasselblad and Olympus. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the X1D (51MP) and E-PL6 (16MP) and the X1D (Medium format) and E-PL6 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor size.

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The X1D was launched 24 months later than the E-PL6 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the X1D grades vs the E-PL6 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Hasselblad X1D and Olympus PEN E-PL6. The complete galleries are available at Hasselblad X1D Gallery and Olympus E-PL6 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Hasselblad X1D provides physical 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 Olympus E-PL6 has measurements of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs).

Examine the Hasselblad X1D versus Olympus E-PL6 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the X1D against the E-PL6.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X1D and E-PL6 is 60 and 88 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over specifications. The visual here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the X1D and E-PL6.

To sum up, both the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The X1D featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh easier and the Hasselblad X1D will offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 35 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern X1D should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.