Hasselblad X1D vs Panasonic FP1

Here, we will be looking at the Hasselblad X1D versus Panasonic FP1, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Hasselblad and Panasonic. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the X1D (51MP) and FP1 (12MP) and the X1D (Medium format) and FP1 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The X1D was released 6 years after the FP1 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Hasselblad X1D being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the X1D matches up against the FP1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Hasselblad X1D and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1. The complete galleries are provided at Hasselblad X1D Gallery and Panasonic FP1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Hasselblad X1D comes with physical measurements of 150mm x 98mm x 71mm (5.9" x 3.9" x 2.8") having a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs) while the Panasonic FP1 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Hasselblad X1D versus Panasonic FP1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the X1D and the FP1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the X1D and FP1 is 60 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes merely by checking specs. The pic below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the X1D and FP1.

All in all, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The X1D due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Hasselblad X1D will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 39 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger X1D is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.