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Hasselblad H4D 31 Review | 108 Data compared

Avg. price:~£660Sensor size:medium formatWeight:1800 gBattery life (CIPA):200 shots

Hasselblad H4D 31 Review: Compare 108 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Cameras category and whether it is worth buying.

4.5

Overall score

Score
4.5/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the camera's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best cameras on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components

90%

4.5

Technical score

10%

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User score

â–¼Worse than 77% of cameras
4.5

Technical score

Technical score
4.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Cameras category across these key areas: Sensor & Image, Photo Features, Video & Audio, Display & Design, Battery & Power, Connectivity & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
Score components

28%

6.9

Sensor & Image

25%

3.4

Photo Features

18%

2.5

Video & Audio

14%

5.4

Display & Design

8%

5.2

Battery & Power

7%

1.9

Connectivity & Storage

â–¼Worse than 69% of cameras
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Technical Specifications of camera Hasselblad H4D 31

Technical score
Technical score
4.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Cameras category across these key areas: Sensor & Image, Photo Features, Video & Audio, Display & Design, Battery & Power, Connectivity & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
Score components:

28%

6.9

Sensor & Image

25%

3.4

Photo Features

18%

2.5

Video & Audio

14%

5.4

Display & Design

8%

5.2

Battery & Power

7%

1.9

Connectivity & Storage

4.5
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When you want to see which cameras attract the most buyer attention and review activity.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Hasselblad H4D 31 has a popularity score of 1, which is lower than 51.3% of cameras.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
5.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the camera's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you want to know how much overall quality you get for the price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
Score components:

60%

4.5

Overall score

40%

7.0

Price

5.3
Sensor size
medium format
Sensor size
medium format
★ Better than 98% of models
This camera uses a sensor classified as medium format; it is larger than the sensor in 97.9% of cameras and the same size as the sensor in 2.1% of cameras.
Main camera megapixels
31 MP
Main camera megapixels
31 MP
★ Better than 92% of models
This camera has a sensor resolution of 31 MP, which is higher than that of 91.7% of cameras.
Main camera pixel size
6.8 µm
Main camera pixel size
6.8 µm
★ Better than 97% of models
Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
This camera has sensor pixels measuring 6.8 µm, which are larger than those in 97.2% of cameras and the same size as those in 0.2% of cameras.
Base ISO
100
Base ISO
100
â–¼ Worse than 28% of models
Market range: <80 – >200
This camera has a base ISO of 100 which is higher than that of 19.9% of cameras and equal to that of 52.4% of cameras.
Max ISO
ISO 1600 ISO
Max ISO
ISO 1,600
â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
This camera reaches a maximum sensitivity of ISO 1,600, which is lower than that of 85.9% of cameras and equal to that of 13.2% of cameras.
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Lens mount
Hasselblad H
Built-in focus motor
no
Built-in focus motor
no
â–¼ Worse than 11% of models
This camera does not have a built-in focus motor. 11% of cameras have a built-in focus motor.
N. of focus points
1
N. of focus points
1
â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Market range: <9 – >399
This camera has 1 focus points, fewer than the number offered by 95.4% of cameras and equal to the number offered by 4.6% of cameras.
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
yes
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
yes
â–² Better than 63% of models
This camera supports phase-detection autofocus for photos. 37.3% of cameras support phase-detection autofocus for photos.
AF tracking
no
AF tracking
no
â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
This camera does not support AF tracking. 88.1% of cameras support this feature.
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Max video resolution
N/A
Video bitrate
N/A
Video bit depth
N/A
Video chroma subsampling
N/A
Video codecs
N/A
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Type
dslr
Weight
1,800 g
Weight
1,800 g
â–¼ Worse than 100% of models
Market range: <142 g – >812 g
This camera weighs 1,800 g which is heavier than 99.9% of cameras.
Width
153 mm
Width
153 mm
â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
This camera has a width of 153 mm which is wider than 96.4% of cameras and equal to that of 0.2% of cameras.
Height
131 mm
Height
131 mm
â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
This camera has a height of 131 mm which is taller than 97.7% of cameras and equal to that of 0.2% of cameras.
Thickness
130 mm
Thickness
130 mm
â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
This camera has a thickness of 130 mm which is thicker than 98.3% of cameras.
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Battery life (CIPA)
200 shots
Battery life (CIPA)
200 shots
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
This camera has a CIPA-rated battery life of 200 shots, which is shorter than that of 90.5% of cameras and equal to that of 3.8% of cameras.
Battery capacity
1,850 mAh
Battery capacity
1,850 mAh
â–² Better than 82% of models
Market range: <700 mAh – >2.2k mAh
This camera has a battery capacity of 1,850 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 82% of cameras and equal to those in 0.6% of cameras.
Removable battery
yes
Removable battery
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This camera has a removable battery, and 98.7% of cameras include one.
USB Power Delivery (PD)
no
USB Power Delivery (PD)
no
â–¼ Worse than 10% of models
This camera does not support USB Power Delivery. 10.1% of cameras support USB Power Delivery.
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 48% of models
This camera does not support Wi-Fi. 47.9% of cameras include this feature.
Wi-Fi version
N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
no
Bluetooth connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 23% of models
This camera does not have Bluetooth. 22.7% of cameras support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
N/A
USB Type-C
no
USB Type-C
no
â–¼ Worse than 15% of models
This camera does not include USB Type-C. 14.6% of cameras use USB-C.
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Hasselblad H4D 31 vs the average camera

246810TotalDisplay & DesignSensor & ImagePhoto FeaturesVideo & AudioBattery & PowerConnectivity & Storage
  • Phase-detect AF for photos
    Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
    yes
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    This camera supports phase-detection autofocus for photos, the average camera does not.
  • 3.46 µm larger sensor pixels
    Main camera pixel size
    6.8 µm
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
    This camera has larger sensor pixels than the average camera (6.8 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average sensor pixel size is 3.34 µm.
    6.8 µm vs 3.34 µm
  • Larger sensor
    Sensor size
    medium format
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    This camera has a larger sensor than the average camera (medium format vs APS-C).
    medium format vs APS-C
  • Higher sensor resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    31 MP
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This camera has a higher sensor resolution than the average camera (31 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a sensor resolution of 16.2 MP.
    31 MP vs 16.2 MP
  • 730 mAh larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    1,850 mAh
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <700 mAh – >2.2k mAh
    This camera has a higher battery capacity than the average camera (1850 mAh vs 1120 mAh). The average camera has a battery capacity of 1120 mAh.
    1,850 mAh vs 1,120 mAh
  • 2.32 x more viewfinder magnification
    Viewfinder magnification
    3.1 x
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <0.62 x – >1.07 x
    This camera has a higher viewfinder magnification than the average camera (3.1 x vs 0.78 x). The average camera has a viewfinder magnification of 0.78 x.
    3.1 x vs 0.78 x
  • Better viewfinder type
    Viewfinder type
    optical
    â–² Better than 49% of models
    This camera uses a more advanced viewfinder than the average camera (optical vs none).
    Interchangeable optical finder system.
    optical vs none
  • Higher RAW bit depth
    RAW bit depth
    16-bit
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    This camera supports higher RAW bit depth than the average camera (16-bit vs 14-bit). The average camera supports 14-bit RAW capture.
    16-bit vs 14-bit
  • 2.32 x more viewfinder magnification
    Viewfinder magnification
    3.1 x
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <0.62 x – >1.07 x
    This camera has a higher viewfinder magnification than the average camera (3.1 x vs 0.78 x). The average camera has a viewfinder magnification of 0.78 x.
    3.1 x vs 0.78 x
  • Better viewfinder type
    Viewfinder type
    optical
    â–² Better than 49% of models
    This camera uses a more advanced viewfinder than the average camera (optical vs none).
    Interchangeable optical finder system.
    optical vs none
  • 3.46 µm larger sensor pixels
    Main camera pixel size
    6.8 µm
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
    This camera has larger sensor pixels than the average camera (6.8 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average sensor pixel size is 3.34 µm.
    6.8 µm vs 3.34 µm
  • Larger sensor
    Sensor size
    medium format
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    This camera has a larger sensor than the average camera (medium format vs APS-C).
    medium format vs APS-C
  • Higher sensor resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    31 MP
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This camera has a higher sensor resolution than the average camera (31 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a sensor resolution of 16.2 MP.
    31 MP vs 16.2 MP
  • Higher RAW bit depth
    RAW bit depth
    16-bit
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    This camera supports higher RAW bit depth than the average camera (16-bit vs 14-bit). The average camera supports 14-bit RAW capture.
    16-bit vs 14-bit
  • Phase-detect AF for photos
    Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
    yes
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    This camera supports phase-detection autofocus for photos, the average camera does not.
  • Lossless compressed RAW
    Lossless compressed RAW
    yes
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    This camera supports lossless compressed RAW, while the average camera does not.
    Lossless RAW capture is supported.
  • 226 s longer maximum exposure
    Longest shutter speed
    256 s
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <4 s – >1.8k s
    This camera supports a longer maximum exposure than the average camera (256 s s vs 30 s s). The average camera supports a longest shutter speed of 30 s s.
    256 s vs 30 s
  • Built-in timelapse
    Timelapse function
    yes
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    This camera includes timelapse capture, the average camera does not.
  • 730 mAh larger battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    1,850 mAh
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <700 mAh – >2.2k mAh
    This camera has a higher battery capacity than the average camera (1850 mAh vs 1120 mAh). The average camera has a battery capacity of 1120 mAh.
    1,850 mAh vs 1,120 mAh
  • More versatile card slots
    Memory card slot types
    CF
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    This camera uses more versatile card slots than the average camera (CF vs SD). The average camera supports SD memory card slot types.
    CF vs SD
  • Worse low-light autofocus
    AF low-light sensitivity
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <-5 – >1
    This camera has a worse low-light AF sensitivity than the average camera (1 EV vs -4 EV). The average camera reaches a low-light AF sensitivity of -4 EV.
    1 vs -4
  • No AF tracking
    AF tracking
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    This camera does not support AF tracking, the average camera does. 88% of cameras support it.
  • 1,405 g heavier
    Weight
    1,800 g
    â–¼ Worse than 100% of models
    Market range: <142 g – >812 g
    This camera is heavier than the average camera (1800 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.
    1,800 g vs 395 g
  • 4.5 fps slower mechanical burst
    Continuous shooting (mechanical)
    1.2 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <1.08 fps – >10 fps
    This camera has a slower mechanical burst than the average camera (1.2 fps vs 5.7 fps). The average camera reaches 5.7 fps.
    1.2 fps vs 5.7 fps
  • 2 fewer microphones
    N. of microphones
    0
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <1 – >2
    This camera has fewer microphones than the average camera (0 vs 2). The average camera has 2 microphones.
    0 vs 2
  • Lacks HDR mode
    HDR mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This camera does not support HDR mode, the average camera does. 55.1% of cameras include HDR mode.
  • No continuous video AF
    Continuous autofocus (video)
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This camera does not support continuous autofocus in video, the average camera does.
    no video recording
  • 130 shots fewer shots per charge
    Battery life (CIPA)
    200 shots
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
    This camera has shorter battery life than the average camera (200 shots vs 330 shots). The average camera delivers 330 shots per charge.
    200 shots vs 330 shots
  • 17.2% worse value for money
    Hasselblad H4D 31 has a worse value-for-money score than the average camera (5.29 vs 6.2).
    5.29 vs 6.2
  • 93% less popular
    Hasselblad H4D 31 is less popular than the average camera (1 vs 1.9).
    1 vs 1.93
  • 2.28x more expensive
    Hasselblad H4D 31 is more expensive than the average camera (£660 vs £290).
    £660 vs £290
  • 1,405 g heavier
    Weight
    1,800 g
    â–¼ Worse than 100% of models
    Market range: <142 g – >812 g
    This camera is heavier than the average camera (1800 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.
    1,800 g vs 395 g
  • 57.1 mm taller body
    Height
    131 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
    Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
    This camera is taller than the average camera (131 mm vs 73.9 mm). The average camera has a height of 73.9 mm.
    131 mm vs 73.9 mm
  • 84 mm thicker
    Thickness
    130 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
    Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
    This camera is thicker than the average camera (130 mm vs 46 mm). The average camera has a thickness of 46 mm.
    130 mm vs 46 mm
  • 33.1 mm wider
    Width
    153 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
    Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
    This camera is wider than the average camera (153 mm vs 119.9 mm). The average camera has a width of 119.9 mm.
    153 mm vs 119.9 mm
  • Lacks HDR mode
    HDR mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This camera does not support HDR mode, the average camera does. 55.1% of cameras include HDR mode.
  • 4,800 ISO lower maximum sensitivity limit
    Max ISO
    1,600 ISO
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <1.6k ISO – >40k ISO
    This camera has a lower maximum sensitivity than the average camera (1600 ISO vs 6400 ISO). The average camera reaches a maximum sensitivity of 6400 ISO.
    1,600 ISO vs 6,400 ISO
  • 3 older
    Release date
    2010
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This camera is older than the average camera (2010 vs 2013). The average camera was released in 2013.
    September 2010
    2,010 vs 2,013
  • Worse low-light autofocus
    AF low-light sensitivity
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <-5 – >1
    This camera has a worse low-light AF sensitivity than the average camera (1 EV vs -4 EV). The average camera reaches a low-light AF sensitivity of -4 EV.
    1 vs -4
  • No AF tracking
    AF tracking
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    This camera does not support AF tracking, the average camera does. 88% of cameras support it.
  • 4.5 fps slower mechanical burst
    Continuous shooting (mechanical)
    1.2 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <1.08 fps – >10 fps
    This camera has a slower mechanical burst than the average camera (1.2 fps vs 5.7 fps). The average camera reaches 5.7 fps.
    1.2 fps vs 5.7 fps
  • 22 fewer AF points
    N. of focus points
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <9 – >399
    This camera has fewer focus points than the average camera (1 vs 23). The average camera offers 23 focus points.
    1 vs 23
  • 2 fewer microphones
    N. of microphones
    0
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <1 – >2
    This camera has fewer microphones than the average camera (0 vs 2). The average camera has 2 microphones.
    0 vs 2
  • No continuous video AF
    Continuous autofocus (video)
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This camera does not support continuous autofocus in video, the average camera does.
    no video recording
  • 130 shots fewer shots per charge
    Battery life (CIPA)
    200 shots
    â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
    This camera has shorter battery life than the average camera (200 shots vs 330 shots). The average camera delivers 330 shots per charge.
    200 shots vs 330 shots
  • No HDMI output
    HDMI output
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    This camera does not support HDMI output, the average camera does. 78.7% of cameras support HDMI output.

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amateurphotographer.com
02/04/2011
Summary of the review
Hasselblad H4D-31 Review - Professional medium format
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connect-living.de
22/02/2011
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Hasselblad H4D-31 - The Price is Right
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What we like about Hasselblad H4D 31

  • Exceptional image sharpness and detail characteristic of medium format
  • True Focus technology provides high focusing accuracy even when recomposing shots
  • Fast flash sync speeds up to 1/800 second
  • Exceptionally bright and clear viewfinder with 100% field of view
  • Deep, comfortable ergonomic grip for solid handheld use
  • Impressive color reproduction using Hasselblad Natural Color Solution (HNCS)

What we don't like about Hasselblad H4D 31

  • Large and heavy body, weighing approximately 2.3kg with a standard lens
  • Poor low-light performance with noticeable noise/grain at ISO settings above 200-400
  • Disappointing rear LCD with low resolution (230,400 dots) and slow image loading
  • Slow overall operation and capture speed compared to modern DSLRs
  • Disordered button layout and menu system can be 'alien' to 35mm-style users
  • Requires Phocus software for best raw processing results, which some users find 'wonky' or dated

Verdict

The Hasselblad H4D-31 is a professional medium-format DSLR featuring a 31-megapixel CCD sensor (33.1 x 44.2mm) and 16-bit color depth, delivering exceptional image detail and the hallmark Hasselblad Natural Color Solution. Key characteristics include the True Focus system with Absolute Position Lock for precise recomposing, a central lens shutter allowing for full flash synchronization at all speeds up to 1/800s, and a bright HVD 90x viewfinder with 3.1x magnification. Its main pros are its superior sharpness compared to full-frame systems, robust ergonomics, and compatibility with the high-performance HC/HCD lens line. However, notable cons include poor low-light performance with high noise levels above ISO 400, a low-resolution 3-inch rear LCD (230,400 dots) with slow refresh times, and a significant overall weight of approximately 2.29kg.

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