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Hasselblad X2D vs Nikon 1 J4

Portability
56
Imaging
92
Features
78
Overall
86
Hasselblad X2D 100c front
 
Nikon 1 J4 front
Portability
92
Imaging
49
Features
62
Overall
54

Hasselblad X2D vs Nikon 1 J4 Key Specs

Hasselblad X2D
(Full Review)
  • 100MP - Medium format Sensor
  • 3.60" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 64 - 25600
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • Hasselblad X Mount
  • 895g - 149 x 106 x 75mm
  • Introduced September 2022
  • Superseded the Hasselblad X1D II 50C
Nikon 1 J4
(Full Review)
  • 18MP - 1" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 160 - 12800
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Nikon 1 Mount
  • 232g - 100 x 60 x 29mm
  • Announced April 2014
  • Earlier Model is Nikon 1 J3
  • Refreshed by Nikon 1 J5
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Hasselblad X2D vs Nikon 1 J4 Overview

In this article, we are looking at the Hasselblad X2D and Nikon 1 J4, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Hasselblad and Nikon. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the X2D (100MP) and 1 J4 (18MP) and the X2D (Medium format) and 1 J4 (1") possess different sensor sizing.

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The X2D was revealed 8 years later than the 1 J4 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the X2D grades against the 1 J4 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Hasselblad X2D over the Nikon 1 J4

 X2D 1 J4 
AnnouncedSeptember 2022April 2014More recent by 103 months
Focus manually More exact focus
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display sizing3.60"3"Larger display (+0.6")
Display resolution2360k1037kCrisper display (+1323k dot)

Reasons to pick Nikon 1 J4 over the Hasselblad X2D

 1 J4 X2D 

Common features in the Hasselblad X2D and Nikon 1 J4

 X2D 1 J4 
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Hasselblad X2D vs Nikon 1 J4 Physical Comparison

If you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Hasselblad X2D has external dimensions of 149mm x 106mm x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") and a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs) while the Nikon 1 J4 has dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 232 grams (0.51 lbs).

See the Hasselblad X2D and Nikon 1 J4 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the X2D against the 1 J4.

Hasselblad X2D vs Nikon 1 J4 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the X2D and 1 J4 is 56 and 92 respectively.

Hasselblad X2D vs Nikon 1 J4 top view buttons comparison

Hasselblad X2D vs Nikon 1 J4 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements just by researching a spec sheet. The visual underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the X2D and 1 J4.

As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The X2D having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Hasselblad X2D will result in extra detail because of its extra 82MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern X2D provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Hasselblad X2D vs Nikon 1 J4 sensor size comparison

Hasselblad X2D vs Nikon 1 J4 Screen and ViewFinder

Hasselblad X2D vs Nikon 1 J4 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Hasselblad X2D Portrait photography details
Nikon 1 J4 Portrait photography details
95
manual focus
high flash sync (1/4,000 seconds)
great MP (100 megapixels)
great sensor size (Medium format)
exports RAW files
56
MP count decent (18MP)
decent sensor size (1")
includes face detect focusing
saves RAW files
focusing manually not possible
external flash not possible
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Street Comparison

Hasselblad X2D Street photography information
Nikon 1 J4 Street photography information
74
tilting screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
great sensor size (Medium format)
exports RAW files
has focus by touch
weather proofing
good high ISO (25,600)
heavier than competition (895 grams)
74
decent sensor size (1")
saves RAW files
includes focus by touch
lighter than competitors in class (232g)
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Hasselblad X2D Sports photography details
Nikon 1 J4 Sports photography details
89
silent mode (1/6,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
great MP (100MP)
great sensor size (Medium format)
includes tracking focus
weather proofing
has phase detect autofocus
low fps (3.3 frames per second)
62
silent shooting (1/16,000s)
max fps high (60.0 frames per second)
MP count decent (18 megapixels)
decent sensor size (1")
includes tracking focus
has phase detect AF
does not have image stabilization
low battery (300 per charge)
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Travel Comparison

Hasselblad X2D Travel photography advice
Nikon 1 J4 Travel photography advice
60
weather proofing
has focus by touch
great MP (100 megapixels)
missing Time Lapse function
heavier than competition (895g)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
69
lighter than competitors in class (232 grams)
includes focus by touch
MP count decent (18MP)
has built in flash
missing Timelapse function
low battery (300 CIPA)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Hasselblad X2D Landscape photography information
Nikon 1 J4 Landscape photography information
87
manual focus
change lenses (Hasselblad X mount)
very good size screen (3.60 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
great MP (100 megapixels)
great sensor size (Medium format)
good high ISO (25,600)
exports RAW files
weather proofing
missing Time Lapse function
56
change lenses (Nikon 1 mount)
decent sized screen (3")
MP count decent (18MP)
decent sensor size (1")
saves RAW files
focusing manually not possible
does not have image stabilization
low battery (300 per charge)
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Hasselblad X2D Vlogging advice
Nikon 1 J4 Vlogging advice
30
has touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
has mic jack
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
low quality video ( pxls)
heavier than competition (895g)
34
has touchscreen
includes face detect focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competitors in class (232 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
missing microphone port
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Hasselblad X2D vs Nikon 1 J4 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Hasselblad X2D and Nikon 1 J4
 Hasselblad X2D 100cNikon 1 J4
General Information
Make Hasselblad Nikon
Model Hasselblad X2D 100c Nikon 1 J4
Class Pro Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Introduced 2022-09-07 2014-04-10
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor - Expeed 4
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Medium format 1"
Sensor measurements 44 x 33mm 13.2 x 8.8mm
Sensor area 1,452.0mm² 116.2mm²
Sensor resolution 100 megapixels 18 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1 and 4:3 3:2
Highest resolution 11656 x 8742 5232 x 3488
Highest native ISO 25600 12800
Minimum native ISO 64 160
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points 294 171
Cross focus points - 105
Lens
Lens mounting type Hasselblad X Nikon 1
Available lenses 13 13
Crop factor 0.8 2.7
Screen
Screen type Tilting Fixed Type
Screen size 3.60" 3"
Screen resolution 2,360 thousand dot 1,037 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 5,760 thousand dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100% -
Viewfinder magnification 0.87x -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4080s 30s
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000s 1/4000s
Maximum silent shutter speed 1/6000s 1/16000s
Continuous shooting speed 3.3 frames per second 60.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash 5.00 m (ISO 100)
Flash modes TTL center weighted system, compatible with Nikon System Flashes Auto, auto + red-eye reduction, fill-flash, fill-flash w/slow sync, rear curtain sync, rear curtain w/slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, off
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Maximum flash sync 1/4000s -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions - 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1472 x 984 (60p, 30p)
Highest video resolution - 1920x1080
Video data format - MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 895 grams (1.97 pounds) 232 grams (0.51 pounds)
Dimensions 149 x 106 x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") 100 x 60 x 29mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 420 photos 300 photos
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model - EN-EL22
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 secs)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage CFexpress Type B, 1TB Internal Storage microSD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at launch $8,199 $600