Hasselblad X1D vs Sony NEX-5T

Let's take a more detailed look at the Hasselblad X1D vs Sony NEX-5T, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Hasselblad and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the X1D (51MP) and NEX-5T (16MP) and the X1D (Medium format) and NEX-5T (APS-C) have totally different sensor size.

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The X1D was revealed 2 years later than the NEX-5T and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the X1D matches up versus the NEX-5T for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Hasselblad X1D and Sony Alpha NEX-5T. The full galleries are provided at Hasselblad X1D Gallery and Sony NEX-5T Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Hasselblad X1D features exterior measurements of 150mm x 98mm x 71mm (5.9" x 3.9" x 2.8") and a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs) while the Sony NEX-5T has measurements of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Contrast the Hasselblad X1D vs Sony NEX-5T in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the X1D vs the NEX-5T.

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

Quite often, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements simply by going through specifications. The visual underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the X1D and NEX-5T.

To sum up, each of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The X1D having a larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Hasselblad X1D will produce extra detail because of its extra 35 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher X1D is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.