Hasselblad X1D vs Samsung NX100

Its time to look much closer at the Hasselblad X1D versus Samsung NX100, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Hasselblad and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the X1D (51MP) and NX100 (15MP) and the X1D (Medium format) and NX100 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The X1D was introduced 5 years later than the NX100 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the X1D matches up vs the NX100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Hasselblad X1D and Samsung NX100. The whole galleries are viewable at Hasselblad X1D Gallery and Samsung NX100 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and size. The Hasselblad X1D provides outer measurements of 150mm x 98mm x 71mm (5.9" x 3.9" x 2.8") having a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX100 has specifications of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Hasselblad X1D versus Samsung NX100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the X1D vs the NX100.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X1D and NX100 is 60 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching technical specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the X1D and NX100.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The X1D having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Hasselblad X1D will provide you with greater detail using its extra 36 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher X1D will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.