Hasselblad X1D vs Panasonic GH4

The following is a detailed review of the Hasselblad X1D and Panasonic GH4, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Hasselblad and Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the X1D (51MP) and GH4 (16MP) and the X1D (Medium format) and GH4 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor dimensions.

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The X1D was announced 2 years after the GH4 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Hasselblad X1D being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GH4 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the X1D grades against the GH4 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Hasselblad X1D & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4. The whole galleries are provided at Hasselblad X1D Gallery & Panasonic GH4 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Hasselblad X1D comes with 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) and the Panasonic GH4 has sizing of 133mm x 93mm x 84mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.3") with a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

Analyze the Hasselblad X1D and Panasonic GH4 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the X1D and the GH4.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X1D and GH4 is 60 and 66 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by going over a spec sheet. The picture underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the X1D and GH4.

Clearly, the 2 cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The X1D having a larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Hasselblad X1D will deliver more detail with its extra 35 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more modern X1D provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.