Hasselblad X2D vs Nikon 1 J2

Its time to look more closely at the Hasselblad X2D vs Nikon 1 J2, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Hasselblad and Nikon. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the X2D (100MP) and 1 J2 (10MP) and the X2D (Medium format) and 1 J2 (1") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The X2D was announced 10 years later than the 1 J2 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the X2D scores vs the 1 J2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Hasselblad X2D 100c & Nikon 1 J2. The whole galleries are available at Hasselblad X2D Gallery & Nikon 1 J2 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Hasselblad X2D offers exterior measurements of 149mm x 106mm x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") having a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs) while the Nikon 1 J2 has sizing of 106mm x 61mm x 30mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs).

Analyze the Hasselblad X2D vs Nikon 1 J2 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the X2D vs the 1 J2.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the X2D and 1 J2 is 56 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the X2D and 1 J2.

As you can see, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The X2D having a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Hasselblad X2D will result in more detail with its extra 90MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The younger X2D will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.