Hasselblad X1D vs Samsung NX500

Below is a extended review of the Hasselblad X1D versus Samsung NX500, 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 resolutions of the X1D (51MP) and NX500 (28MP) and the X1D (Medium format) and NX500 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The X1D was announced 17 months later than the NX500 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the X1D grades vs the NX500 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Hasselblad X1D and Samsung NX500. The whole galleries are available at Hasselblad X1D Gallery and Samsung NX500 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Hasselblad X1D features external dimensions of 150mm x 98mm x 71mm (5.9" x 3.9" x 2.8") along with a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs) while the Samsung NX500 has proportions of 120mm x 64mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

Contrast the Hasselblad X1D versus Samsung NX500 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the X1D vs the NX500.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X1D and NX500 is 60 and 87 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements merely by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the X1D and NX500.

Clearly, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The X1D having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Hasselblad X1D will produce greater detail with its extra 23MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more recent X1D will have an edge in sensor innovation.