Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Hasselblad X1D

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Fujifilm GFX 50S

51 MP | Medium format (44 x 33 mm) CMOS Sensor

$6,499.00

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Hasselblad X1D

51 MP | Medium format (44 x 33 mm) CMOS Sensor

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Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Hasselblad X1D Comparison Overview

Here we are comparing two Pro Mirrorless cameras. Both cameras have 51.0MP sensors but Fujifilm GFX 50S's sensor is Medium format sized whereas Hasselblad X1D has a Medium format sensor. We can expect this to be a close match up because both models are ranked amongst the best in Pro Mirrorless cameras. Out of 32 cameras in this class, Fujifilm GFX 50S is ranked #1 with an overall score of 100 and Hasselblad X1D is ranked #5 with an overall score of 92.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Fujifilm GFX 50S and Hasselblad X1D before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Fujifilm GFX 50S Key Specs

Announcement Date: 2017-01-18

51MP - Medium format CMOS Sensor

ISO 100 - 12800 ( expands to 102400)

Fujifilm G Mount

3.2″ Tilting Screen

3690k dot Electronic viewfinder

3.0 fps continuous shooting

1920 x 1080 video resolution

Built-in Wireless

740g. 148 x 94 x 91 mm

Weather Sealed Body

Hasselblad X1D Key Specs

Announcement Date: 2016-06-22

51MP - Medium format CMOS Sensor

ISO 100 - 25600

Hasselblad X Mount

3″ Fixed Type Screen

2360k dot Electronic viewfinder

2.3 fps continuous shooting

1920 x 1080 video resolution

Built-in Wireless

Built-in GPS

725g. 150 x 98 x 71 mm

Weather Sealed Body

Reasons to choose Fujifilm GFX 50S over Hasselblad X1D

Articulating Screen	Yes vs No	Flexible shooting positions
LCD Screen Size	3.2″ vs 3″	0.2 inches larger display
LCD Screen Resolution	2.360k dots vs 920k dots	156% higher resolution screen
Max Shutter Speed	1/4000s vs 1/2000s	faster shutter speed
Continuous Shooting	3.0fps vs 2.3fps	0.7 fps faster
Timelapse Recording	Yes vs No	creative shooting
Viewfinder Resolution	3690k dot vs 2360k dot	56% higher resolution
Price	$6,499 vs $8,999	$2,500 cheaper
Top LCD	Yes vs No	Help viewing and changing settings easily
Flash Sync Port	Yes vs No	Connect off-camera flash
Smartphone_remote control	Yes vs No	Remote control your camera with a smartphone
Support for UHS Memory Cards	UHS-II vs none	Read/Write in Ultra High Speeds

Reasons to choose Hasselblad X1D over Fujifilm GFX 50S

Max ISO	25.600 vs 12.800	100% higher Max ISO
Weight	725 g vs 740 g	15 g lighter

Common Strengths of Fujifilm GFX 50S and Hasselblad X1D

Wireless Connection	Yes vs Yes	Better connectivity
External Flash Shoe	Yes vs Yes	Better for flash photography
Touch Screen	Yes vs Yes	Easy control of camera functions
Viewfinder	Yes (Electronic) vs Yes (Electronic)	Better framing and control
RAW Support	Yes vs Yes	Better image quality
Face Detection Focus	Yes vs Yes	very handy for portraits
Max Resolution	51 MP vs 51 MP	Bigger prints and more details
Microphone Port	Yes vs Yes	High quality audio recording option
Headphone Port	Yes vs Yes	better video control
Environmental Sealing	Yes vs Yes	shoot at tough conditions
AE Bracketing	Yes vs Yes	Useful for tough lighting conditions and HDR
Storage Slot	2 vs 2	Extra Storage Slot

Common Weaknesses of Fujifilm GFX 50S and Hasselblad X1D

Image Stabilization	No vs No	No Built-in stabilization
Built-in Flash	No vs No	Require external flash

Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Hasselblad X1D: Physical Specs Comparison

Below you can see the front view size comparison of Fujifilm GFX 50S and Hasselblad X1D. Fujifilm GFX 50S is 2mm narrower and 4mm shorter than Hasselblad X1D but it is also 20mm thicker.

Now lets look at the top view comparison of Fujifilm GFX 50S and Hasselblad X1D.

Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Hasselblad X1D Detailed Size Comparison

Weight is another important factor especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day. Hasselblad X1D is 15g lighter than the Fujifilm GFX 50S but we don't think this will make a significant difference.

Also keep in mind that body weight is not the only deciding factor when comparing two interchangeable camera bodies, you have to also take into account the lenses that you will be using with these bodies. Since both Fujifilm GFX 50S and Hasselblad X1D have the same Medium format sized sensor, their lenses for a similar focal length and aperture will be similar in size and weight.

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Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Hasselblad X1D: Sensor Comparison

Both Fujifilm GFX 50S and Hasselblad X1D have 51.0 MP resolution sensors but Fujifilm GFX 50S's sensor is Medium format (44 x 33 mm ) and Hasselblad X1D's sensor is Medium format (44 x 33 mm ).

Since Hasselblad X1D's has a larger sensor area with the same resolution, this means that it also has a larger pixel area hence better light collecting capacity for a given aperture compared to Fujifilm GFX 50S.

Below you can see the GFX 50S and X1D sensor size comparison.

Fujifilm GFX 50S and Hasselblad X1D have sensor sizes so they will provide same level of control over the depth of field when used with same focal length and aperture.

What types of Photography are Fujifilm GFX 50S and Hasselblad X1D Good for?

In this section, we rank and compare Fujifilm GFX 50S and Hasselblad X1D for five different photography types in order to make your decision process easier in case you are specifically interested in one or more of these areas.

Fujifilm GFX 50S for Portrait Photography

EXCELLENT

Hasselblad X1D for Portrait Photography

EXCELLENT

Large Medium format (44 x 33 mm) sensor
Very High Resolution Sensor: 51.0MP
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
No Image Stabilization
Read the details

Large Medium format (44 x 33 mm) sensor
Very High Resolution Sensor: 51.0MP
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Average Ergonomics&Handling
No Image Stabilization
Read the details

Fujifilm GFX 50S for Street Photography

GOOD

Hasselblad X1D for Street Photography

GOOD

Large Medium format (44 x 33 mm) sensor
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Live-view
Face-Detection Focusing
Tilting LCD Screen
Medium sized Body
No Image Stabilization
Read the details

Large Medium format (44 x 33 mm) sensor
Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Live-view
Face-Detection Focusing
Medium sized Body
No Image Stabilization
Read the details

Fujifilm GFX 50S for Sports Photography

EXCELLENT

Hasselblad X1D for Sports Photography

GOOD

Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Environmental Sealings
Fast Max shutter speed: 1/4000s
117 Focus Points
Good Low Light ISO
Wireless Connection
No Image Stabilization
Slow Continuous Shooting: 3.0fps
Read the details

Electronic Built-in Viewfinder
Environmental Sealings
Good Low Light ISO
Wireless Connection
Average Ergonomics&Handling
Average Max shutter speed: 1/2000s
No Image Stabilization
Slow Continuous Shooting: 2.3fps
Focus Points
Read the details

Fujifilm GFX 50S for Daily Photography

EXCELLENT

Hasselblad X1D for Daily Photography

EXCELLENT

Large Medium format (44 x 33 mm) sensor
Environmental Sealings
Medium size Body
740g
Body Thickness 91mm
Read the details

Large Medium format (44 x 33 mm) sensor
Environmental Sealings
Medium size Body
725g
Body Thickness 71mm
Read the details

Fujifilm GFX 50S for Landscape Photography

EXCELLENT

Hasselblad X1D for Landscape Photography

EXCELLENT

Large Medium format (44 x 33 mm) sensor
Very High Resolution Sensor: 51.0MP
Environmental Sealings
Live-view
Read the details

Hasselblad X1D vs Fujifilm GFX 50S Comparison of Available Lenses

Which camera has more lenses?

Number of available lenses is a big decision factor while choosing your interchangeable lens camera. When we look at the available lenses for these two cameras, we see that Fujifilm GFX 50S has an advantage over Hasselblad X1D. There are 6 lenses for Fujifilm GFX 50S's Fujifilm G mount, on the other hand there are only 3 lenses for Hasselblad X1D's Hasselblad X lens mount.

Another important factor is the availability of image stabilization. None of these bodies have sensor based image stabilization so you have to buy lenses with Optical stabilization feature. Currently there are 1 lenses for Fujifilm G mount and 0 lenses for Hasselblad X mount with IS.

Lens Type	# of Fujifilm GFX 50S Lenses	# of Hasselblad X1D Lenses
Standard Zoom	n/a	n/a
Standard Prime	1	1
Wideangle Zoom	1	n/a
Wideangle Prime	2	2
Telephoto Zoom	n/a	n/a
Telephoto Prime	2	n/a
SuperZoom	n/a	n/a
Wideangle Fisheye Prime	n/a	n/a
Macro Prime	n/a	n/a
Perspective Control Prime	n/a	n/a
Telephoto Mirror Prime	n/a	n/a
TOTAL	6	3

Fujifilm GFX 50S vs Hasselblad X1D: OUR DECISION

You may have already made your decision about which camera suits better for your needs and your budget so far but in case you wonder how we rated Fujifilm GFX 50S and Hasselblad X1D, below you can find their scores in five different aspects. Our Decision Algorithm dynamically scores cameras using 63 different specs, current price and DxO Mark scores (where possible) in order to make a more objective and consistent comparison.

Here is a summary of how Fujifilm GFX 50S and Hasselblad X1D scores compare:

Fujifilm GFX 50S

Imaging

Features

Value

Portability

Overall

Ranked #1 out of 93 in Mid-size SLR cameras
Ranked #1 out of 1140 in all Cameras

Hasselblad X1D

Imaging

Features

Value

Portability

Overall

Ranked #1 out of 115 in Rangefinder-style mirrorless cameras
Ranked #8 out of 1140 in all Cameras

Fujifilm GFX 50S has a higher Overall Score than the Hasselblad X1D and would be our choice if we have to decide between these two cameras.

Fujifilm GFX 50S

$6,499.00

Hasselblad X1D

Hasselblad X1D vs Fujifilm GFX 50S Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications

General	Fujifilm GFX 50S	Hasselblad X1D
Brand	Fujifilm	Hasselblad
Announced	2017-01-18	2016-06-22
Body Type	Mid-size SLR	Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Price	$6,499.00	$8,999.00
Sensor
Type	CMOS	CMOS
Size	Medium format	Medium format
Dimensions	44 x 33 mm	44 x 33 mm
Area	1452.00mm²	1452.00mm²
Megapixels	51 megapixels	51 megapixels
Max Resolution	8256 x 6192	8272 x 6200
Max Native Light sensitivity	12,800 ISO	25,600 ISO
Max Boosted Light Sensitivity	102400 ISO	-
Min Native Light sensitivity	100 ISO	100 ISO
RAW Support
Autofocus
AF Touch
AF Continuous
AF Single
AF Tracking
AF Selective
AF Center
AF Multi Area
AF Live View
AF Face Detection
AF Contrast Detection
AF Phase Detection
Number of Focus Points	117	n/a
Lens
Manual Focus
Lens Mount	Fujifilm G	Hasselblad X
Number of Available Lenses	6	3
Screen
Type	Tilting	Fixed type
Size	3.2″	3″
Resolution	2,360k dots	920k dots
Touch Screen
Viewfinder
Viewfinder	Electronic	Electronic
Viewfinder Resolution	3,690k dots	2,360k dots
Viewfinder Coverage	100%	100%
Viewfinder Magnification	0.85	n/a
Photography Features
Max Shutter Speed	1/4000s	1/2000s
Shutter Priority
Aperture Priority
Manual Exposure Mode
Custom White Balance
Image Stabilization	No	No
Built-in Flash
Max Flash Sync	no built-in flash	1/2000s
External Flash
Continuous Shooting	3.0 fps	2.3 fps
Multi-Segment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF-Area
Center Weighted
AE Bracketing
WB Bracketing
Video Features
Max Video Resolution	1920 x 1080	1920 x 1080
Video Formats	MPEG-4, H.264	H.264
Microphone Port
Headphone Port
Connectivity
Wireless Connectivity	Built-In	Built-In
HDMI
Physical
Environmental Sealing
Weight	740g	725g
Dimensions	148 x 94 x 91mm	150 x 98 x 71mm
Battery Life	400 shots	n/a
Other Features
Timelapse Recording
GPS	None	Built-in
DxO Sensor Scores
DxO Overall Score	25	not tested
DxO Color Depth	25.0	not tested
DxO Dynamic Range	14.0	not tested
DxO Low Light ISO	1600	not tested
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