Hasselblad X1D vs Panasonic GF1

Lets look a little more closely at the Hasselblad X1D and Panasonic GF1, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Hasselblad and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the X1D (51MP) and GF1 (12MP) and the X1D (Medium format) and GF1 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The X1D was revealed 6 years after the GF1 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the X1D grades against the GF1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Hasselblad X1D & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1. The full galleries are available at Hasselblad X1D Gallery & Panasonic GF1 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Hasselblad X1D offers outside dimensions of 150mm x 98mm x 71mm (5.9" x 3.9" x 2.8") and a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs) and the Panasonic GF1 has measurements of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Examine the Hasselblad X1D and Panasonic GF1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the X1D compared to the GF1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X1D and GF1 is 60 and 85 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes only by checking a spec sheet. The image here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the X1D and GF1.

Clearly, each of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The X1D using its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Hasselblad X1D will give greater detail because of its extra 39 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more recent X1D will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.