Hasselblad X2D vs Nikon Z8

Here is a extensive overview of the Hasselblad X2D vs Nikon Z8, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Hasselblad and Nikon. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the X2D (100MP) and Z8 (46MP) and the X2D (Medium format) and Z8 (Full frame) have different sensor size.

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The X2D was revealed 8 months earlier than the Z8 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Hasselblad X2D being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon Z8 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the X2D scores vs the Z8 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Hasselblad X2D 100c and Nikon Z8. The full galleries are provided at Hasselblad X2D Gallery and Nikon Z8 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Hasselblad X2D provides outer measurements of 149mm x 106mm x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") along with a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs) and the Nikon Z8 has sizing of 144mm x 119mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 3.3") and a weight of 910 grams (2.01 lbs).

Take a look at the Hasselblad X2D vs Nikon Z8 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the X2D vs the Z8.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X2D and Z8 is 56 and 55 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through specifications. The photograph underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the X2D and Z8.

Plainly, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The X2D having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Hasselblad X2D will resolve greater detail because of its extra 54MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older X2D is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.