Hasselblad X2D vs Olympus PEN-F

Here is a extended analysis of the Hasselblad X2D versus Olympus PEN-F, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Hasselblad and Olympus. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the X2D (100MP) and PEN-F (20MP) and the X2D (Medium format) and PEN-F (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The X2D was brought out 6 years later than the PEN-F and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the X2D scores versus the PEN-F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Hasselblad X2D 100c & Olympus PEN-F. The entire galleries are viewable at Hasselblad X2D Gallery & Olympus PEN-F Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Hasselblad X2D offers external measurements of 149mm x 106mm x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") having a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs) whilst the Olympus PEN-F has sizing of 125mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.5") having a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

See the Hasselblad X2D versus Olympus PEN-F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the X2D against the PEN-F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X2D and PEN-F is 56 and 84 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing specs. The graphic here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the X2D and PEN-F.

All in all, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The X2D due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Hasselblad X2D will provide extra detail having its extra 80 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The fresher X2D will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.