Hasselblad X1D vs Sony NEX-5N
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Hasselblad X1D vs Sony NEX-5N Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 51MP - Medium format Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Hasselblad X Mount
- 725g - 150 x 98 x 71mm
- Revealed June 2016
- New Model is Hasselblad X1D II 50C
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 269g - 111 x 59 x 38mm
- Launched October 2011
- Older Model is Sony NEX-5
- Updated by Sony NEX-5R

Hasselblad X1D vs Sony NEX-5N Overview
Below, we will be looking at the Hasselblad X1D and Sony NEX-5N, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Hasselblad and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the X1D (51MP) and NEX-5N (16MP) and the X1D (Medium format) and NEX-5N (APS-C) feature totally different sensor size.

The X1D was introduced 4 years later than the NEX-5N and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the X1D matches up versus the NEX-5N in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Hasselblad X1D vs Sony NEX-5N Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Hasselblad X1D & Sony Alpha NEX-5N. The whole galleries are viewable at Hasselblad X1D Gallery & Sony NEX-5N Gallery.
Reasons to pick Hasselblad X1D over the Sony NEX-5N
X1D | NEX-5N | |||
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Launched | June 2016 | ![]() | October 2011 | Fresher by 58 months |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5N over the Hasselblad X1D
NEX-5N | X1D | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Hasselblad X1D and Sony NEX-5N
X1D | NEX-5N | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen size |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 920k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Hasselblad X1D vs Sony NEX-5N Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Hasselblad X1D enjoys external dimensions of 150mm x 98mm x 71mm (5.9" x 3.9" x 2.8") with a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs) while the Sony NEX-5N has dimensions of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Check the Hasselblad X1D and Sony NEX-5N in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the X1D versus the NEX-5N.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the X1D and NEX-5N is 60 and 89 respectively.

Hasselblad X1D vs Sony NEX-5N Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The photograph below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the X1D and NEX-5N.
Plainly, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The X1D with its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Hasselblad X1D will give more detail using its extra 35 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The fresher X1D is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Hasselblad X1D vs Sony NEX-5N Screen and ViewFinder


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Hasselblad X1D vs Sony NEX-5N Specifications
Hasselblad X1D | Sony Alpha NEX-5N | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Hasselblad | Sony |
Model type | Hasselblad X1D | Sony Alpha NEX-5N |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2016-06-22 | 2011-10-03 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Medium format | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 44 x 33mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 1,452.0mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 51MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1 and 4:3 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 8272 x 6200 | 4912 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Hasselblad X | Sony E |
Available lenses | 4 | 121 |
Crop factor | 0.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 920k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | Tilt Up 80°, Down 45° TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.3 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 12.00 m |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/2000 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (25p) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 725g (1.60 pounds) | 269g (0.59 pounds) |
Dimensions | 150 x 98 x 71mm (5.9" x 3.9" x 2.8") | 111 x 59 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 102 | 77 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 26.2 | 23.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.8 | 12.7 |
DXO Low light rating | 4489 | 1079 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 460 shots |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Dual | Single |
Launch pricing | $6,495 | $550 |