Hasselblad X1D vs Pentax Q10

Following is a in depth comparison of the Hasselblad X1D versus Pentax Q10, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Hasselblad and Pentax. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the X1D (51MP) and Q10 (12MP) and the X1D (Medium format) and Q10 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.

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The X1D was released 3 years after the Q10 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the X1D grades against the Q10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Hasselblad X1D & Pentax Q10. The complete galleries are available at Hasselblad X1D Gallery & Pentax Q10 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Hasselblad X1D offers exterior dimensions 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 Pentax Q10 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the X1D versus the Q10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the X1D and Q10 is 60 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor sizes only by looking at a spec sheet. The image below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the X1D and Q10.

As you can see, each of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The X1D due to its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Hasselblad X1D will resolve more detail as a result of its extra 39MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more modern X1D will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.