Hasselblad X2D vs Sony a5000

Lets examine more in depth at the Hasselblad X2D and Sony a5000, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Hasselblad and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the X2D (100MP) and a5000 (20MP) and the X2D (Medium format) and a5000 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The X2D was revealed 8 years later than the a5000 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the X2D grades versus the a5000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Hasselblad X2D 100c & Sony Alpha a5000. The full galleries are provided at Hasselblad X2D Gallery & Sony a5000 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Hasselblad X2D comes with outside dimensions of 149mm x 106mm x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs) and the Sony a5000 has proportions of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Take a look at the Hasselblad X2D and Sony a5000 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the X2D versus the a5000.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the X2D and a5000 is 56 and 89 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing specifications. The photograph here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the X2D and a5000.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The X2D having a larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Hasselblad X2D will result in extra detail because of its extra 80MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The younger X2D will have a benefit in sensor innovation.