Hasselblad X2D vs Samsung NX100

Let's look a bit more closely at the Hasselblad X2D and Samsung NX100, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Hasselblad and Samsung. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the X2D (100MP) and NX100 (15MP) and the X2D (Medium format) and NX100 (APS-C) posses different sensor sizing.

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The X2D was revealed 12 years after the NX100 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the X2D grades vs the NX100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Hasselblad X2D 100c and Samsung NX100. The full galleries are provided at Hasselblad X2D Gallery and Samsung NX100 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Hasselblad X2D offers outer 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) whilst the Samsung NX100 has proportions of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Look at the Hasselblad X2D and Samsung NX100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the X2D compared to the NX100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X2D and NX100 is 56 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over technical specs. The pic below may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the X2D and NX100.

As you have seen, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The X2D with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Hasselblad X2D will offer you more detail because of its extra 85MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more modern X2D provides an advantage in sensor innovation.