Hasselblad X2D vs Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Hasselblad X2D versus Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Hasselblad and Ricoh. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the X2D (100MP) and GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 (16MP) and the X2D (Medium format) and GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The X2D was manufactured 10 years after the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the X2D matches up versus the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Hasselblad X2D 100c & Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5. The entire galleries are viewable at Hasselblad X2D Gallery & Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you will want to factor in 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") with a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 has measurements of 114mm x 75mm x 93mm (4.5" x 3.0" x 3.7") having a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

Check out the Hasselblad X2D versus Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the X2D compared to the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X2D and GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 is 56 and 69 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by checking a spec sheet. The pic underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the X2D and GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5.

As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The X2D due to its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Hasselblad X2D will give you extra detail due to its extra 84MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger X2D will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.