Hasselblad X1D vs Olympus E-PM1

In this article, we are comparing the Hasselblad X1D vs Olympus E-PM1, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Hasselblad and Olympus. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the X1D (51MP) and E-PM1 (12MP) and the X1D (Medium format) and E-PM1 (Four Thirds) use different sensor measurements.

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The X1D was unveiled 4 years after the E-PM1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the X1D scores against the E-PM1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Hasselblad X1D & Olympus PEN E-PM1. The full galleries are provided at Hasselblad X1D Gallery & Olympus E-PM1 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Hasselblad X1D comes with external dimensions of 150mm x 98mm x 71mm (5.9" x 3.9" x 2.8") with a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs) and the Olympus E-PM1 has dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

Contrast the Hasselblad X1D vs Olympus E-PM1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the X1D vs the E-PM1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the X1D and E-PM1 is 60 and 89 respectively.

Usually, its hard to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions only by checking out specs. The pic here will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the X1D and E-PM1.

All in all, both the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The X1D using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Hasselblad X1D will provide extra detail having an extra 39MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The younger X1D provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.