Hasselblad X2D vs Nikon Z6

Below is a thorough overview of the Hasselblad X2D and Nikon Z6, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by competitors Hasselblad and Nikon. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the X2D (100MP) and Z6 (25MP) and the X2D (Medium format) and Z6 (Full frame) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The X2D was announced 4 years later than the Z6 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Hasselblad X2D being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon Z6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the X2D matches up against the Z6 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Hasselblad X2D 100c & Nikon Z6. The whole galleries are provided at Hasselblad X2D Gallery & Nikon Z6 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Hasselblad X2D has got outside measurements of 149mm x 106mm x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") having a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs) and the Nikon Z6 has sizing of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") having a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs).

Look at the Hasselblad X2D and Nikon Z6 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the X2D against the Z6.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the X2D and Z6 is 56 and 62 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor measurements only by looking through technical specs. The graphic here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the X2D and Z6.

As you can tell, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The X2D with its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Hasselblad X2D will provide you with greater detail with its extra 75 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more modern X2D is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.