Hasselblad X2D vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Hasselblad X2D versus Ricoh GXR Mount A12, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Hasselblad and Ricoh. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the X2D (100MP) and GXR Mount A12 (12MP) and the X2D (Medium format) and GXR Mount A12 (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.

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The X2D was manufactured 11 years later than the GXR Mount A12 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the X2D grades against the GXR Mount A12 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Hasselblad X2D 100c and Ricoh GXR Mount A12. The entire galleries are provided at Hasselblad X2D Gallery and Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Hasselblad X2D features exterior 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) while the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 has dimensions of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs).

Examine the Hasselblad X2D versus Ricoh GXR Mount A12 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the X2D compared to the GXR Mount A12.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the X2D and GXR Mount A12 is 56 and 84 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by going through technical specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the X2D and GXR Mount A12.

As you have seen, both cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The X2D due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Hasselblad X2D will show greater detail due to its extra 88 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The fresher X2D provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.