Hasselblad X2D vs Olympus E-PL5

Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Hasselblad X2D vs Olympus E-PL5, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Hasselblad and Olympus. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the X2D (100MP) and E-PL5 (16MP) and the X2D (Medium format) and E-PL5 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The X2D was launched 10 years later than the E-PL5 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the X2D grades against the E-PL5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Hasselblad X2D 100c & Olympus PEN E-PL5. The complete galleries are viewable at Hasselblad X2D Gallery & Olympus E-PL5 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Hasselblad X2D has got external dimensions of 149mm x 106mm x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") along with a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL5 has measurements of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the X2D against the E-PL5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the X2D and E-PL5 is 56 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the X2D and E-PL5.

Clearly, each of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The X2D because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Hasselblad X2D will render greater detail utilizing its extra 84MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher X2D provides a benefit in sensor innovation.