Hasselblad X2D vs Olympus E-PM1

Below, we are contrasting the Hasselblad X2D and Olympus E-PM1, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Hasselblad and Olympus. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the X2D (100MP) and E-PM1 (12MP) and the X2D (Medium format) and E-PM1 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The X2D was manufactured 10 years later than the E-PM1 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the X2D grades versus the E-PM1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Hasselblad X2D 100c and Olympus PEN E-PM1. The entire galleries are available at Hasselblad X2D Gallery and Olympus E-PM1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Hasselblad X2D has physical measurements of 149mm x 106mm x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") and a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PM1 has proportions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

See the Hasselblad X2D and Olympus E-PM1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the X2D vs the E-PM1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the X2D and E-PM1 is 56 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking technical specs. The visual below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the X2D and E-PM1.

As you can tell, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The X2D featuring a larger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Hasselblad X2D will give you more detail due to its extra 88MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The younger X2D is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.