Hasselblad X2D vs Samsung NX1

Lets take a more detailed look at the Hasselblad X2D vs Samsung NX1, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Hasselblad and Samsung. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the X2D (100MP) and NX1 (28MP) and the X2D (Medium format) and NX1 (APS-C) offer different sensor measurements.

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The X2D was announced 8 years after the NX1 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Hasselblad X2D being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the X2D grades versus the NX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Hasselblad X2D 100c and Samsung NX1. The whole galleries are provided at Hasselblad X2D Gallery and Samsung NX1 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Hasselblad X2D features outside 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) while the Samsung NX1 has proportions of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

Look at the Hasselblad X2D vs Samsung NX1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the X2D compared to the NX1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the X2D and NX1 is 56 and 66 respectively.

Typically, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes only by checking technical specs. The image below should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the X2D and NX1.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The X2D having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Hasselblad X2D will resolve extra detail with its extra 72MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger X2D should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.