Hasselblad X2D vs Leica M-Monochrom

In this article, we will be comparing the Hasselblad X2D vs Leica M-Monochrom, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by competitors Hasselblad and Leica. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the X2D (100MP) and M-Monochrom (18MP) and the X2D (Medium format) and M-Monochrom (Full frame) come with different sensor sizing.

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The X2D was revealed 10 years later than the M-Monochrom and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a simple view of how the X2D matches up against the M-Monochrom in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Hasselblad X2D 100c & Leica M-Monochrom. The full galleries are viewable at Hasselblad X2D Gallery & Leica M-Monochrom Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Hasselblad X2D offers outer measurements of 149mm x 106mm x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs) and the Leica M-Monochrom has proportions of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") having a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs).

Compare the Hasselblad X2D vs Leica M-Monochrom in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the X2D compared to the M-Monochrom.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the X2D and M-Monochrom is 56 and 78 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements purely by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the X2D and M-Monochrom.

As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The X2D having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Hasselblad X2D will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 82MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The younger X2D should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.