Hasselblad X1D vs Olympus TG-4
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Hasselblad X1D vs Olympus TG-4 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
- Released June 2016
- Later Model is Hasselblad X1D II 50C
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 247g - 112 x 66 x 31mm
- Released April 2015
- Replaced the Olympus TG-3
- Later Model is Olympus TG-5
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In this article, we will be evaluating the Hasselblad X1D vs Olympus TG-4, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Hasselblad and Olympus. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the X1D (51MP) and TG-4 (16MP) and the X1D (Medium format) and TG-4 (1/2.3") feature different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe X1D was announced 15 months after the TG-4 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Hasselblad X1D being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus TG-4 being a Compact camera.
Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the X1D grades against the TG-4 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Hasselblad X1D & Olympus Tough TG-4. The whole galleries are available at Hasselblad X1D Gallery & Olympus TG-4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Hasselblad X1D over the Olympus TG-4
| X1D | TG-4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | June 2016 |  | April 2015 | Newer by 15 months |
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 460k | Sharper screen (+460k dot) |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-4 over the Hasselblad X1D
| TG-4 | X1D |
|---|
Common features in the Hasselblad X1D and Olympus TG-4
| X1D | TG-4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial exact focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen |
Hasselblad X1D vs Olympus TG-4 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Hasselblad X1D provides outer measurements of 150mm x 98mm x 71mm (5.9" x 3.9" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs) whilst the Olympus TG-4 has dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") along with a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the X1D and the TG-4.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X1D and TG-4 is 60 and 90 respectively.
Hasselblad X1D vs Olympus TG-4 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions only by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the X1D and TG-4.
As you can tell, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The X1D having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Hasselblad X1D will provide you with greater detail with its extra 35 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more recent X1D provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
Hasselblad X1D vs Olympus TG-4 Screen and ViewFinder
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Hasselblad X1D vs Olympus TG-4 Specifications
| Hasselblad X1D | Olympus Tough TG-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Hasselblad | Olympus |
| Model type | Hasselblad X1D | Olympus Tough TG-4 |
| Category | Pro Mirrorless | Waterproof |
| Released | 2016-06-22 | 2015-04-13 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | TruePic VII |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | Medium format | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 44 x 33mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 1,452.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 51MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1 and 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 8272 x 6200 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | Hasselblad X | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | - | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Largest aperture | - | f/2.0-4.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
| Available lenses | 4 | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 0.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 920k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter rate | 2.3 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | no built-in flash | 7.90 m (at ISO 1600) |
| Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, redeye reduction, fill-in, off, LED |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | 1/2000 seconds | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (25p) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | H.264 | H.264, Motion JPEG |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Built-in | BuiltIn |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 725 gr (1.60 lb) | 247 gr (0.54 lb) |
| Dimensions | 150 x 98 x 71mm (5.9" x 3.9" x 2.8") | 112 x 66 x 31mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 102 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 26.2 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.8 | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | 4489 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 380 photographs |
| Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | - | LI-92B |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 sec, custom) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots | SD, SDHC, SDXC, Internal Memory |
| Card slots | 2 | 1 |
| Retail pricing | $6,495 | $379 |
