Hasselblad X1D vs Samsung NX2000

Below, we will be looking at the Hasselblad X1D and Samsung NX2000, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Hasselblad and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the X1D (51MP) and NX2000 (20MP) and the X1D (Medium format) and NX2000 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The X1D was manufactured 2 years later than the NX2000 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the X1D scores against the NX2000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Hasselblad X1D & Samsung NX2000. The entire galleries are viewable at Hasselblad X1D Gallery & Samsung NX2000 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Hasselblad X1D has outside measurements 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 Samsung NX2000 has specifications of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).

Analyze the Hasselblad X1D and Samsung NX2000 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the X1D and the NX2000.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X1D and NX2000 is 60 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing technical specs. The photograph below should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the X1D and NX2000.

As you have seen, both the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The X1D featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Hasselblad X1D will provide you with extra detail due to its extra 31 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The newer X1D is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.