Hasselblad X1D vs Samsung NX mini

Here is a extensive overview of the Hasselblad X1D versus Samsung NX mini, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Hasselblad and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the X1D (51MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the X1D (Medium format) and NX mini (1") use different sensor measurements.

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The X1D was launched 2 years later than the NX mini and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summary of how the X1D scores vs the NX mini when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Hasselblad X1D & Samsung NX mini. The complete galleries are viewable at Hasselblad X1D Gallery & Samsung NX mini Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Hasselblad X1D features external measurements of 150mm x 98mm x 71mm (5.9" x 3.9" x 2.8") along with a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs) and the Samsung NX mini has measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check the Hasselblad X1D versus Samsung NX mini in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the X1D against the NX mini.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X1D and NX mini is 60 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over specs. The visual underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the X1D and NX mini.

All in all, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The X1D featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Hasselblad X1D will offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 30.5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern X1D should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.