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  • Avg. price: ~£1,620
  • Sensor size: medium format
  • Lens mount: Hasselblad X
  • Main camera pixel size: 5.3 µm
  • Weight: 725 g
  • Battery life (CIPA): ?

Hasselblad X1D review. Compare 108 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among cameras and if it is worth buying.

6.2

Overall score

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 components:

90.0%

6.2

Technical Score

10.0%

?

User score

Good
6.2

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the camera's technical performance, covering eight key areas: image quality, autofocus, video features, stabilization, lens compatibility, connectivity, battery, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

28.0%

8.0

Sensor & Image

25.0%

3.2

Photo Features

18.0%

5.5

Video & Audio

14.0%

6.4

Display & Design

8.0%

8.5

Battery & Power

7.0%

7.8

Connectivity & Storage

Good
?

User score

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 components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 8.4
    Professional photography

    Score components:

    25.0%

    10

    Sensor size

    20.0%

    9.3

    Main camera megapixels

    20.0%

    10

    Dual card slots

    15.0%

    6.0

    N. of focus points

    10.0%

    10

    RAW photo capture

    10.0%

    1.0

    Phase-detection autofocus (photos)

  • 4.1
    Travel

    Score components:

    35.0%

    3.7

    Weight

    30.0%

    ?

    Battery life (CIPA)

    20.0%

    1.0

    Sensor-shift stabilization

    15.0%

    1.0

    GPS

  • 4.1
    Beginners

    Score components:

    30.0%

    2.0

    Price

    20.0%

    3.7

    Weight

    20.0%

    1.0

    AF tracking

    20.0%

    ?

    Battery life (CIPA)

    10.0%

    10

    Touchscreen

  • 8.5
    Landscape photography

    Score components:

    30.0%

    9.3

    Main camera megapixels

    25.0%

    10

    Sensor size

    20.0%

    10

    Main camera pixel size

    15.0%

    1.0

    Sensor-shift stabilization

    10.0%

    10

    RAW photo capture

  • 4.2
    Street photography

    Score components:

    30.0%

    3.7

    Weight

    25.0%

    5.0

    Thickness

    20.0%

    7.7

    AF low-light sensitivity

    15.0%

    1.0

    Sensor-shift stabilization

    10.0%

    1.0

    Eye detection AF (human)

  • 7.2
    Portraits

    Score components:

    30.0%

    10

    Sensor size

    25.0%

    10

    Main camera pixel size

    20.0%

    1.0

    Eye detection AF (human)

    15.0%

    9.3

    Main camera megapixels

    10.0%

    1.0

    Sensor-shift stabilization

  • 4.7
    Hiking

    Score components:

    30.0%

    3.7

    Weight

    25.0%

    ?

    Battery life (CIPA)

    20.0%

    6.4

    Min operating temperature

    15.0%

    1.0

    Sensor-shift stabilization

    10.0%

    1.0

    GPS

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £1,620

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Verdict

The Hasselblad X1D-50c is a pioneering compact mirrorless medium format camera featuring a 50MP CMOS sensor (43.8 x 32.9mm) capable of capturing 16-bit RAW images with up to 14 stops of dynamic range and an ISO sensitivity from 100 to 25,600. Its main characteristics include an exceptionally lightweight, weather-sealed machined aluminium body weighing approximately 725g, a 2.36MP electronic viewfinder, and a 3.0-inch 920k-dot touchscreen with an intuitive, minimalist user interface. Its primary pros are its superior image quality with true-to-life color reproduction via Hasselblad Natural Colour Solution, the use of leaf-shutter lenses for full flash sync up to 1/2000s, and its highly portable, ergonomic design. However, notable cons include a slow startup time (often 6–10 seconds), a relatively sluggish contrast-detect autofocus system, and limited video capabilities restricted to 1080p.

Technical Specifications of Hasselblad X1D

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the camera's technical performance, covering eight key areas: image quality, autofocus, video features, stabilization, lens compatibility, connectivity, battery, and design.

When it matters: When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

28.0%

?

Sensor & Image

25.0%

?

Photo Features

18.0%

?

Video & Audio

14.0%

?

Display & Design

8.0%

?

Battery & Power

7.0%

?

Connectivity & Storage

6.2
Hasselblad X1D has a technical score of 6.16 points, which is higher than 75.2% of cameras.
User score

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 components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
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.
1.0
Hasselblad X1D has a popularity of 1 points, which is higher than 0% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

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 components:

60.0%

6.2

Overall score

40.0%

2.0

Price

4.9
Hasselblad X1D has a quality-to-price ratio of 4.9 points, which is lower than 94.8% of products in this category.
Sensor size
What it is: The sensor format value describes the physical light-collecting area.
When it matters: When you shoot in more difficult lighting.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: Full frame or larger

medium format
Hasselblad X1D 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
What it is: The effective resolution of the camera sensor, measured in megapixels (MP). Higher megapixels can capture more detail.
When it matters: When you want high-resolution photos that allow more cropping or larger prints.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: At least 20 MP

50 MP
Hasselblad X1D has a main camera resolution of 50 MP, which is higher than that of 96.5% of cameras and equal to that of 0.4% of cameras.
Main camera pixel size
What it is: The physical size of individual pixels on the camera sensor, measured in micrometers. Larger pixels typically capture more light for better low-light performance.
When it matters: When you shoot in low light and want reduced noise in your photos.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: At least 3.5 µm

5.3 µm
Hasselblad X1D has a main camera pixel size of 5.3 µm which is larger than in 86.1% of cameras and equal to the size in 0.4% of cameras.
Base ISO
What it is: The native ISO setting that delivers the sensor’s standard balance of image quality and dynamic range.
When it matters: When you want the best native image quality and compare cameras at their most optimal sensitivity setting.

Importance: LOW

100
Hasselblad X1D has a base ISO of 100 which is higher than that of 20.3% of cameras and equal to that of 52% of cameras.
Max ISO
What it is: The ISO ceiling shows the highest sensor sensitivity available for darker scenes.
When it matters: When you shoot in more difficult lighting.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: At least ISO 25,600

25,600
Hasselblad X1D reaches a maximum sensitivity of ISO 25,600, which is higher than that of 75.5% of cameras and equal to that of 12.5% of cameras.
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Lens mount
What it is: The mechanical and electronic interface that determines which interchangeable lenses the camera can use.
When it matters: When lens availability, upgrade options, and long-term system compatibility are central to your buying decision.

Importance: LOW

Hasselblad X
Built-in focus motor
What it is: Indicates whether the camera body includes an internal autofocus motor for driving compatible lenses.
When it matters: When you plan to use older or budget lenses that depend on the camera body for autofocus drive.

Importance: LOW

no
Hasselblad X1D does not have a built-in focus motor. 11% of cameras have a built-in focus motor.
N. of focus points
What it is: The total number of selectable autofocus points available for positioning and tracking focus.
When it matters: When you want more flexibility in placing focus precisely or tracking subjects across the frame.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: At least 200 points

117
Hasselblad X1D has 117 focus points, more than the number offered by 79.9% of cameras and equal to the number offered by 0.5% of cameras.
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
What it is: Autofocus technology that measures phase differences to lock focus quickly and accurately for still photography.
When it matters: When you want faster and more reliable autofocus for still photos, especially with moving subjects.

Importance: HIGH

no
Hasselblad X1D does not support phase-detection autofocus for photos. 37.5% of cameras support phase-detection autofocus for photos.
AF tracking
What it is: An autofocus mode that continuously follows a moving subject to keep it sharp during shooting.
When it matters: When your subjects move unpredictably and you need the camera to keep focus on them automatically.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Hasselblad X1D does not support AF tracking. 88.1% of cameras support this feature.
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Max video resolution
What it is: The highest video resolution the camera can record, defining the maximum level of captured image detail.
When it matters: When you care about recording the highest level of detail for cropping, editing, or future-proof video work.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: At least 3840 px

1920 px
Hasselblad X1D supports 1920 px video recording which is higher quality than that of 28.7% of cameras and equal to that of 47.1% of cameras.
Video bitrate
What it is: The amount of video data recorded per second, which affects file size and potential recording quality.
When it matters: When you compare potential video quality and want fewer compression artifacts in demanding scenes.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: At least 200 Mbps

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Video bit depth
What it is: The number of bits used per color channel in recorded video, affecting gradation smoothness and editing flexibility.
When it matters: When you color grade video and want smoother gradients with fewer banding issues.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: At least 10-bit

8 bit
Hasselblad X1D supports video at 8 bit, a bit depth higher than that of 7.8% of cameras and equal to that of 80.6% of cameras.
Video chroma subsampling
What it is: The color sampling format used in video recording, indicating how much color detail is retained relative to brightness detail.
When it matters: When color grading, keying, or serious post-production work is important in your video workflow.

Importance: LOW

4:2:0
Hasselblad X1D supports 4:2:0 video chroma subsampling which is more advanced than that of 7.8% of cameras and equal to that of 69.9% of cameras.
Video codecs
What it is: The video compression formats the camera can use when recording, affecting compatibility, efficiency, and workflow.
When it matters: When compatibility, editing performance, and file efficiency matter in the way you handle video.

Importance: LOW

H.264
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Type
What it is: The camera type identifies the overall design, such as mirrorless, DSLR, compact, or bridge.
When it matters: When you want a camera style that matches how you shoot, carry, and swap lenses.

Importance: LOW

mirrorless
Weight
What it is: The total weight of the camera body, which affects comfort while carrying and shooting.
When it matters: When you carry the camera all day, travel often, or prefer a lighter setup.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 500 g or less

725 g
Hasselblad X1D weighs 725 g which is heavier than 84.6% of cameras and equal to the weight of 0.2% of cameras.
Width
What it is: The width of the camera body, measured from side to side.
When it matters: When compact packing, grip comfort, or bag fit matters to you.

Importance: LOW

150 mm
Hasselblad X1D has a width of 150 mm which is wider than 94.9% of cameras and equal to that of 0.5% of cameras.
Height
What it is: The height of the camera body, measured from top to bottom.
When it matters: When you care about how compact the camera feels in a bag or in hand.

Importance: LOW

98 mm
Hasselblad X1D has a height of 98 mm which is taller than 80.9% of cameras and equal to that of 0.5% of cameras.
Thickness
What it is: The depth of the device profile, excluding the camera bump unless specified.
When it matters: When you prefer a sleek, slim profile that slides easily into tight pockets.

Importance: LOW

71 mm
Hasselblad X1D has a thickness of 71 mm which is thicker than 64.3% of cameras and equal to that of 0.2% of cameras.
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Battery life (CIPA)
What it is: The official battery endurance estimate measured under CIPA test methodology, usually expressed in shots per charge.
When it matters: When you need realistic expectations for how many shots you can take before carrying a spare battery.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: At least 400 shots

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Battery capacity
What it is: The amount of electric charge the battery can hold, measured in milliampere-hours (mAh).
When it matters: When you want a general idea of how large the battery is physically.

Importance: LOW

Good value: At least 1,500 mAh

3,200 mAh
Hasselblad X1D has a battery capacity of 3,200 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 99% of cameras and equal to those in 0.1% of cameras.
Removable battery
What it is: Indicates whether the flight battery can be removed and swapped by the user.
When it matters: When you want to swap batteries quickly between flights.

Importance: LOW

yes
Hasselblad X1D has a removable battery, and 98.7% of cameras include one.
USB Power Delivery (PD)
What it is: Support for the USB Power Delivery standard for higher-power charging or external power supply over USB-C.
When it matters: When you want faster USB-C charging or the ability to power the camera externally for longer sessions.

Importance: LOW

no
Hasselblad X1D does not support USB Power Delivery. 10.1% of cameras support USB Power Delivery.
Wi-Fi connectivity
What it is: Indicates whether the camera has built-in Wi-Fi for image transfer, remote control, or network features.
When it matters: When you want to transfer photos wirelessly, control the camera from a phone, or use supported network workflows.

Importance: LOW

yes
Hasselblad X1D supports Wi-Fi. This feature is available on 47.8% of cameras.
802.11a
Wi-Fi version
What it is: The specific generation of Wi-Fi standards supported (e.g., Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 7), determining maximum speed and efficiency.
When it matters: When you have a high-speed router and want faster downloads with less congestion.

Importance: LOW

Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Hasselblad X1D uses Wi-Fi version Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) which is newer than that of 89.9% of cameras and equal to that of 9.6% of cameras.
Bluetooth connectivity
What it is: Indicates whether the camera supports Bluetooth for pairing, remote control, or file transfer.
When it matters: When you want quick wireless pairing with a phone, remote control, or location syncing.

Importance: LOW

no
Hasselblad X1D does not have Bluetooth. 22.7% of cameras support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
What it is: The Bluetooth version supported by the camera for wireless pairing and low-power connections.
When it matters: When you want more efficient wireless pairing, better range, or newer Bluetooth features.

Importance: LOW

N/A
USB Type-C
What it is: A modern, reversible connector used for charging, data transfer, and sometimes audio or video output.
When it matters: When you want a reversible cable that handles charging, data, and accessories universally.

Importance: LOW

yes
Hasselblad X1D features USB Type-C. 14.5% of cameras use USB-C ports.
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Hasselblad X1D vs the average camera

  • 33.8 MP higher resolution on the main camera
    Hasselblad X1D has a higher main camera resolution than the average camera (50 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a main camera resolution of 16.2 MP.
    What it is: The effective resolution of the camera sensor, measured in megapixels (MP). Higher megapixels can capture more detail.
    When it matters: When you want high-resolution photos that allow more cropping or larger prints.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: At least 20 MP

    Hasselblad X1D has a higher main camera resolution than the average camera (50 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a main camera resolution of 16.2 MP.50 MP vs 16.2 MP
  • Larger sensor
    Hasselblad X1D has a larger sensor than the average camera (medium format vs APS-C).
    What it is: The sensor format value describes the physical light-collecting area.
    When it matters: When you shoot in more difficult lighting.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: Full frame or larger

    Hasselblad X1D has a larger sensor than the average camera (medium format vs APS-C).medium format vs APS-C
  • 19,200 higher max ISO
    Hasselblad X1D has a higher max ISO than the average camera (25,600 vs 6,400). The average camera reaches a max ISO of 6,400.
    What it is: The ISO ceiling shows the highest sensor sensitivity available for darker scenes.
    When it matters: When you shoot in more difficult lighting.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: At least ISO 25,600

    Hasselblad X1D has a higher max ISO than the average camera (25,600 vs 6,400). The average camera reaches a max ISO of 6,400.25,600 vs 6,400
  • 3,647 points higher DxOMark Sports score
    Hasselblad X1D has a higher DxOMark sports score than the average camera (4,489 points vs 842 points). The average camera has a DxOMark sports score of 842 points.
    What it is: The DxOMark low-light score, reflecting how well the sensor performs at higher sensitivities.
    When it matters: When low-light sensor performance is especially important for the way you shoot.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Hasselblad X1D has a higher DxOMark sports score than the average camera (4,489 points vs 842 points). The average camera has a DxOMark sports score of 842 points.4489 points vs 842 points
  • 1.96 µm larger main-camera pixels
    Hasselblad X1D has a higher main camera pixel size than the average camera (5.3 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average camera has a main camera pixel size of 3.34 µm.
    What it is: The physical size of individual pixels on the camera sensor, measured in micrometers. Larger pixels typically capture more light for better low-light performance.
    When it matters: When you shoot in low light and want reduced noise in your photos.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: At least 3.5 µm

    Hasselblad X1D has a higher main camera pixel size than the average camera (5.3 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average camera has a main camera pixel size of 3.34 µm.5.3 µm vs 3.34 µm
  • Better viewfinder type
    Hasselblad X1D uses a more advanced viewfinder than the average camera (electronic vs none).
    What it is: The type of viewfinder the camera uses to frame the shot, such as optical, electronic, hybrid, or none.
    When it matters: When you strongly prefer the clarity of an optical finder, the preview benefits of an electronic one, or no viewfinder at all.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Hasselblad X1D uses a more advanced viewfinder than the average camera (electronic vs none).electronic vs none
  • Dual card slots
    Hasselblad X1D offers dual card slots, the average camera does not. 13.3% of cameras offer them.
    SD
    What it is: Indicates whether the camera offers two memory card slots for backup, overflow, or file separation.
    When it matters: When you want backup recording, overflow capacity, or separate file handling for more demanding shoots.

    Importance: LOW

    Hasselblad X1D offers dual card slots, the average camera does not. 13.3% of cameras offer them.
  • 94 more AF points
    Hasselblad X1D has more focus points than the average camera (117 vs 23). The average camera offers 23 focus points.
    What it is: The total number of selectable autofocus points available for positioning and tracking focus.
    When it matters: When you want more flexibility in placing focus precisely or tracking subjects across the frame.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: At least 200 points

    Hasselblad X1D has more focus points than the average camera (117 vs 23). The average camera offers 23 focus points.117 vs 23
  • Better viewfinder type
    Hasselblad X1D uses a more advanced viewfinder than the average camera (electronic vs none).
  • Has a touchscreen
    Hasselblad X1D has a touchscreen, the average camera does not. 36.6% of cameras support touchscreen input.
  • 3 more customizable buttons
    Hasselblad X1D has more customizable buttons than the average camera (3 vs 0). The average camera offers 0 customizable buttons.
  • 33.8 MP higher resolution on the main camera
    Hasselblad X1D has a higher main camera resolution than the average camera (50 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a main camera resolution of 16.2 MP.
  • Larger sensor
    Hasselblad X1D has a larger sensor than the average camera (medium format vs APS-C).
  • 19,200 higher max ISO
    Hasselblad X1D has a higher max ISO than the average camera (25,600 vs 6,400). The average camera reaches a max ISO of 6,400.
  • 3,647 points higher DxOMark Sports score
    Hasselblad X1D has a higher DxOMark sports score than the average camera (4,489 points vs 842 points). The average camera has a DxOMark sports score of 842 points.
  • 1.96 µm larger main-camera pixels
    Hasselblad X1D has a higher main camera pixel size than the average camera (5.3 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average camera has a main camera pixel size of 3.34 µm.
  • Higher DxOMark landscape score
    Hasselblad X1D has a higher DxOMark landscape score than the average camera (14.8 vs 12.4). The average camera scores 12.4.
  • 29 points higher DxOMark sensor score
    Hasselblad X1D has a higher DxOMark sensor score than the average camera (102 points vs 73 points). The average camera has a DxOMark sensor score of 73 points.
  • Higher DxOMark portrait score
    Hasselblad X1D has a higher DxOMark portrait score than the average camera (26.2 vs 23.0). The average camera scores 23.0.
  • Higher RAW bit depth
    Hasselblad X1D supports higher RAW bit depth than the average camera (16-bit vs 14-bit). The average camera supports 14-bit RAW capture.
  • 3 newer
    Hasselblad X1D is newer than the average camera (2016 vs 2013). The average camera was released in 2013.
  • 94 more AF points
    Hasselblad X1D has more focus points than the average camera (117 vs 23). The average camera offers 23 focus points.
  • 3,570 s longer maximum exposure
    Hasselblad X1D supports a longer maximum exposure than the average camera (3,600 s vs 30 s). The average camera supports a longest shutter speed of 30 s.
  • Supports touch autofocus
    Hasselblad X1D supports touch autofocus, the average camera does not. 34.9% of cameras support touch autofocus.
  • Includes headphone output
    Hasselblad X1D includes a headphone output, the average camera does not.
  • Has microphone input
    Hasselblad X1D has microphone input, the average camera does not.
  • Built-in timelapse
    Hasselblad X1D includes timelapse capture, the average camera does not.
  • 2,080 mAh larger battery capacity
    Hasselblad X1D has a higher battery capacity than the average camera (3,200 mAh vs 1,120 mAh). The average camera has a battery capacity of 1,120 mAh.
  • Dual card slots
    Hasselblad X1D offers dual card slots, the average camera does not. 13.3% of cameras offer them.
  • Has USB Type-C
    Hasselblad X1D has a USB Type-C port, the average camera does not. 14.5% of cameras use USB-C.
  • Supports Wi-Fi connectivity
    Hasselblad X1D supports Wi-Fi, the average camera does not. 47.8% of cameras support Wi-Fi.
  • Smartphone remote control
    Hasselblad X1D supports smartphone remote control, the average camera does not. 46.2% of cameras support smartphone remote control.
  • Newer USB version
    Hasselblad X1D supports a newer USB version than the average camera (USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2.0). The average camera uses USB 2.0.

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Display & Design
Sensor & Image
Photo Features
Video & Audio
Battery & Power
Connectivity & Storage
  • 83.5% heavier
    Hasselblad X1D is heavier than the average camera (725 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.
  • No flash
    Hasselblad X1D does not have a built-in flash, the average camera does. 73.4% of cameras have a flash.
  • 30.1 mm wider
    Hasselblad X1D is wider than the average camera (150 mm vs 119.9 mm). The average camera has a width of 119.9 mm.
  • 24.1 mm taller body
    Hasselblad X1D is taller than the average camera (98 mm vs 73.9 mm). The average camera has a height of 73.9 mm.
  • 25 mm thicker
    Hasselblad X1D is thicker than the average camera (71 mm vs 46 mm). The average camera has a thickness of 46 mm.
  • Lacks HDR mode
    Hasselblad X1D does not support HDR mode, the average camera does. 55.1% of cameras include HDR mode.
  • No AF tracking
    Hasselblad X1D does not support AF tracking, the average camera does. 88% of cameras support it.
  • 3.4 fps slower mechanical burst
    Hasselblad X1D has a slower mechanical burst rate than the average camera (2.3 fps vs 5.7 fps). The average camera shoots at 5.7 fps.
  • Worse low-light autofocus
    Hasselblad X1D has a worse low-light AF sensitivity than the average camera (-3 EV vs -4 EV). The average camera reaches a low-light AF sensitivity of -4 EV.
  • No continuous video AF
    Hasselblad X1D does not support continuous autofocus in video, the average camera does.
    manual focus only
  • No AF tracking
    Hasselblad X1D does not support AF tracking, the average camera does. 88% of cameras support it.
    What it is: An autofocus mode that continuously follows a moving subject to keep it sharp during shooting.
    When it matters: When your subjects move unpredictably and you need the camera to keep focus on them automatically.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Hasselblad X1D does not support AF tracking, the average camera does. 88% of cameras support it.
  • Lacks HDR mode
    Hasselblad X1D does not support HDR mode, the average camera does. 55.1% of cameras include HDR mode.
    What it is: High Dynamic Range mode for photos, which combines multiple exposures to retain detail in both shadows and highlights.
    When it matters: When you take photos in high-contrast scenes, like a bright sky against a dark landscape.

    Importance: LOW

    Hasselblad X1D does not support HDR mode, the average camera does. 55.1% of cameras include HDR mode.
  • No continuous video AF
    Hasselblad X1D does not support continuous autofocus in video, the average camera does.
    manual focus only
    What it is: The ability of the camera to keep adjusting focus automatically while video recording is in progress.
    When it matters: When you film while subjects or camera distance keep changing and manual refocusing is impractical.

    Importance: LOW

    Hasselblad X1D does not support continuous autofocus in video, the average camera does.
  • 3.4 fps slower mechanical burst
    Hasselblad X1D has a slower mechanical burst rate than the average camera (2.3 fps vs 5.7 fps). The average camera shoots at 5.7 fps.
    What it is: The maximum burst rate the camera can achieve using its mechanical shutter, measured in frames per second.
    When it matters: When you photograph sports, wildlife, or action and want more chances to catch the exact moment.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: At least 10 fps

    Hasselblad X1D has a slower mechanical burst rate than the average camera (2.3 fps vs 5.7 fps). The average camera shoots at 5.7 fps.2.3 fps vs 5.7 fps
  • 83.5% heavier
    Hasselblad X1D is heavier than the average camera (725 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.
    What it is: The total weight of the camera body, which affects comfort while carrying and shooting.
    When it matters: When you carry the camera all day, travel often, or prefer a lighter setup.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: 500 g or less

    Hasselblad X1D is heavier than the average camera (725 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.725 g vs 395 g
  • No flash
    Hasselblad X1D does not have a built-in flash, the average camera does. 73.4% of cameras have a flash.
    What it is: Indicates the presence of an integrated light source to illuminate subjects in low-light conditions.
    When it matters: When you need a quick built-in light for fill flash or simple low-light shots.

    Importance: LOW

    Hasselblad X1D does not have a built-in flash, the average camera does. 73.4% of cameras have a flash.
  • 30.1 mm wider
    Hasselblad X1D is wider than the average camera (150 mm vs 119.9 mm). The average camera has a width of 119.9 mm.
    What it is: The width of the camera body, measured from side to side.
    When it matters: When compact packing, grip comfort, or bag fit matters to you.

    Importance: LOW

    Hasselblad X1D is wider than the average camera (150 mm vs 119.9 mm). The average camera has a width of 119.9 mm.150 mm vs 119.9 mm
  • Worse low-light autofocus
    Hasselblad X1D has a worse low-light AF sensitivity than the average camera (-3 EV vs -4 EV). The average camera reaches a low-light AF sensitivity of -4 EV.
    What it is: The lowest light level at which the autofocus system is rated to work reliably.
    When it matters: When you shoot in dim environments and need autofocus that still locks confidently after dark.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Hasselblad X1D has a worse low-light AF sensitivity than the average camera (-3 EV vs -4 EV). The average camera reaches a low-light AF sensitivity of -4 EV.-3 vs -4
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Hasselblad X1D?

  • Stunning image quality with 50MP resolution and 16-bit color depth
  • Exceptional build quality with an all-metal, weather-sealed body
  • Industry-leading user interface and intuitive touchscreen
  • Highly compact and portable for a medium format camera
  • Excellent ergonomics, specifically the deeply sculpted handgrip
  • High-resolution EVF and rear LCD

What customers dislike about Hasselblad X1D?

  • Extremely slow overall performance, including long boot-up times
  • Slow and sometimes indecisive contrast-detection autofocus
  • Lack of a physical joystick or thumbpad for selecting focus points
  • Poor battery life compared to contemporary professional cameras
  • High price point relative to competitors like the Fujifilm GFX series
  • Occasional firmware bugs and software stability issues

Expert reviews

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dpreview.com
01/08/2018
Hasselblad X1D-50c Review: Take the studio wherever you go

The Hasselblad X1D-50c features exceptional, precision-milled metal construction, a secure handgrip, and an innovative pop-up mode dial that eliminates accidental setting changes. Its design serves as a thermal management system, and the software maintains a clean, photographic focus. Conversely, the camera suffers from poor AF/MF button placement, which is uncomfortable to operate,...Read more

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photographylife.com
11/04/2020
Hasselblad X1D-50c Review Would you like a similar list for specific XCD lenses or perhaps a comparison between this original model and its successor,...

The Photography Life review describes the Hasselblad X1D-50c as a compact, lightweight medium format camera featuring a high-quality, handmade build. Key pros include exceptional 50-megapixel image quality with superior dynamic range, strong shadow recovery at high ISOs, and precise autofocus for high-contrast subjects, alongside leaf-shutter lenses enabling high-speed flash sync....Read more

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vieribottazzini.com
26/05/2019
IN-DEPTH HASSELBLAD X1D REVIEW

The Hasselblad X1D is highly praised as a game-changing, compact medium format camera system optimized for professional landscape photography. Among its main benefits are exceptional 16-bit image quality with remarkable resolving power and clean long exposures up to 68 minutes without needing dark frame subtraction. Its robust, weather-sealed, all-metal body is incredibly small and...Read more

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luminous-landscape.com
16/01/2017
Hasselblad X1D Hands On Review

Hasselblad X1D Review Summary The Hasselblad X1D is a revolutionary 50-megapixel mirrorless medium format camera praised for its exceptional design, lightweight body, and highly intuitive smartphone-like touchscreen user interface. Tested extensively in harsh environments like Antarctica, the camera delivers outstanding image quality, remarkable sharpness, and rich details from its...Read more

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medium.com
05/04/2017
The Hasselblad X1D Reviewed: Expensive Gadget or Worthy Performer?

John Mireles' review on Medium characterizes the Hasselblad X1D as an exceptional, albeit niche, medium-format camera, highlighting its high ISO performance, with files at ISO 6400 retaining excellent detail and usable noise levels, alongside a highly functional, high-resolution touchscreen interface. Additional pros include surprisingly reliable battery life and a compact design,...Read more

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shotkit.com
27/09/2023
Hasselblad X1D-50c Review | The best Medium Format

The Shotkit review highlights the Hasselblad X1D-50c as a beautifully designed, high-value medium-format mirrorless camera delivering outstanding image quality, 16-bit color, and exceptional dynamic range. Its clean, minimalistic aesthetic and intuitive touchscreen interface provide a rewarding, user-friendly experience, with added benefits including free Phocus software and...Read more

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dpreview.com
01/08/2018
Hasselblad X1D-50c Review: Take the studio wherever you go

The DPReview analysis of the Hasselblad X1D-50c highlights its 50MP medium-format sensor housed in a compact, ergonomically designed body, offering exceptional image quality and dynamic range. Key advantages include its intuitive touchscreen, beautiful industrial design, and leaf-shutter lenses enabling flash sync up to 1/2000th of a second. However, the camera is limited by slow...Read more

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fstoppers.com
30/10/2017
Fstoppers Reviews the Hasselblad X1D-50c

The Hasselblad X1D-50c is praised as a gorgeous, incredibly well-designed, and highly portable medium-format digital camera that mimics the handling of a full-frame DSLR. Utilizing a 50-megapixel Sony CMOS sensor, it delivers spectacular image quality highlighted by 16-bit color, outstanding dynamic range ("highlights for days"), and superb real-world resolving power ideal for...Read more

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dxomark.com
26/10/2017
Hasselblad X1D-50c Sensor Reviews: Best commercially available medium format sensor

The Hasselblad X1D-50c delivers outstanding image quality, achieving a record-breaking overall DXOMARK score of 102 points due to its large 50-megapixel medium-format sensor. The camera excels with its pros, which include exceptional low-light performance (scoring a top Low-Light ISO of 4489), remarkable color depth of 26.2 bits, and a wide dynamic range of 14.8 EV. Additional...Read more

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petapixel.com
25/04/2017
Hasselblad X1D Review: An Expensive Gadget or a Worthy Performer?

The Hasselblad X1D marks a major shift in medium format photography by replacing the traditional bulky optical viewfinder with an electronic viewfinder (EVF), creating a slim, stylish, and lightweight body that is ideal for handheld street and travel photography. Equipped with a 50-megapixel medium format sensor that is double the size of a standard DSLR full-frame sensor, it...Read more

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qimago.de
14/05/2020
Hasselblad X1D: A Review", "Hasselblad X1D Review

In his long-term review on Qimago, Elmar Egner evaluates whether the original Hasselblad X1D medium format mirrorless camera is still a worthwhile purchase despite the availability of the newer X1D II. Tested alongside the XCD 30mm, 45mm, and 90mm lenses, the reviewer praises the camera’s outstanding physical design and ergonomics. He finds the deep grip exceptionally comfortable...Read more

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qimago.de
14/05/2019
Guest Post: The Hasselblad X1D – How could this even happen to me...

This review of the silver Hasselblad X1D with the XCD 45mm F3.5 lens highlights it as a beautifully built, highly tactile tool that forces the photographer into a deliberate, analog-like state of "deceleration",. The author praises the camera's exceptional haptics and mechanical perfection, noting that the combination delivers stunning colors, breathtaking detail, and a...Read more

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fotohits.de
23/07/2026
Hasselblad X1D Camera Review", "Swedish Photography Craft: A Brief Review of the Hasselblad X1D Medium Format Camera", "Hasselblad X1D-50C Data Sheet"...

The Hasselblad X1D is a groundbreaking, compact mirrorless medium-format camera featuring a 50-megapixel sensor (43.8 x 32.9 mm) packaged into an exceptionally ergonomic, solid metal body. It trades the traditional reflex mirror for a 2.36-million-dot electronic viewfinder and a responsive touchscreen interface, utilizing dual control dials to navigate menus and shift its 35...Read more

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avguide.ch
04/05/2017
Quick review of the Hasselblad X1D medium format camera", "Hasselblad X1D medium format camera hands-on review

This avguide.ch review outlines the Hasselblad X1D as a minimalist and highly mobile medium format camera that forces users to adopt a slower, more deliberate photographic pace. On the positive side, the reviewer praises its compact, highly agile build which allows for entirely new shooting angles compared to traditional, bulky medium format cameras. Its puristic interface features...Read more

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computerbild.de
14/07/2016
Hasselblad X1D: Hands-on Camera Review

The Hasselblad X1D-50c marks a radical departure for the Swedish manufacturer, offering a medium-format mirrorless system camera inside a body that is lighter (725 grams) and more compact than a traditional full-frame DSLR. Equipped with a massive 50-megapixel sensor (33x44 mm), it delivers exceptional image quality with remarkable detail, rich tonal gradations, and an impressive...Read more

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photoscala.de
11/07/2016
Trying out the Hasselblad X1D: The Queen of Mirrorless Cameras

The photoscala review highlights the ⁠Hasselblad X1D as a groundbreaking addition to the medium format market, praising its remarkably compact, elegant, and lightweight design that offers first-class ergonomics and an exceptionally comfortable grip. The reviewer compliments its intuitive, smartphone-like touchscreen menu system, clever integration with Nikon’s TTL flash system,...Read more

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fotografr.de
12/07/2016
Hasselblad X1D: Review and first impressions

The Hasselblad X1D is a highly compact and lightweight mirrorless medium format camera (weighing just 725g with battery) that modernizes the typically traditional medium format market with advanced features like a touchscreen, dual SD slots, USB3, Wi-Fi, GPS, and full Nikon flash compatibility. Utilizing the same 50MP CMOS Sony sensor found in the premium H6D series, the camera...Read more

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chip.de
01/03/2018
Hasselblad vs. Beginner: Does the Camera Really Matter?", "Hasselblad vs. Beginner: Is It Really All About the Camera?

This video review explores whether an expensive camera automatically guarantees high-quality photos by testing a €12,000 Hasselblad X1D with a photography beginner named Lena. Accompanied by professional photographer Marcus, Lena’s initial attempts with the 51-megapixel medium format camera yield mediocre results, proving that a high price tag alone does not substitute for skill. To...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
09/02/2017
Hasselblad X1D Review - Les Numériques

The Hasselblad X1D review highlights a stunningly designed, weather-sealed medium format camera that breaks traditional design barriers by packing a massive 50-megapixel CMOS sensor into a highly compact, lightweight, and handholdable hybrid body. Testers praise its exceptional scandinavian ergonomics, comfortable grip, and elegant, smartphone-like touch user interface that keeps...Read more

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mcpactions.com
26/04/2017
Short review of the Hasselblad X1D-50c - MCP Actions", "Brief review of the Hasselblad X1D-50c - MCP Actions

The MCP Actions review highlights the Hasselblad X1D-50c as a portable, weather-sealed medium format camera featuring a durable, ergonomic, and compact metal body. A significant drawback noted is that this high-density construction causes the camera to become noticeably warm almost immediately after startup. The review further identifies severe performance limitations, including a...Read more

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camerarace.com
Undated
Hasselblad X1D - Review and Specifications - Camerarace

The CameraRace review gives the Hasselblad X1D an iCamRank of 75/100, highlighting its outstanding image quality (91/100) as ideal for portrait and landscape photography. Key pros include its weather-sealed construction, intuitive touchscreen, dual card slots, and integrated Wi-Fi. Conversely, the evaluation identifies significant drawbacks, notably a slow autofocus system scoring...Read more

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dxomark.fr
23/07/2026
Hasselblad X1D-50c - DXOMARK Test Results

The DXOMARK review of the Hasselblad X1D-50c highlights its historic achievement as a top-tier camera, earning an overall Sensor Score of 102. Introduced in June 2016, this mirrorless medium-format system excels primarily due to its massive 50-megapixel CMOS sensor. Its key pros include an exceptional Portrait (Colour Depth) score of 26.2 bits and a remarkable Landscape (Dynamic...Read more

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kamandula.es
28/01/2024
Hasselblad X1D Review Spanish - Kamandula Producciones

Hasselblad X1D Review Summary The Hasselblad X1D is a groundbreaking, mirrorless medium-format digital camera that integrates a high-performing 50MP Sony CMOS sensor into a highly compact, robustly built aluminum body. Celebrated for its elegant design and ergonomic, secure handgrip, it allows photographers to shoot medium-format imagery single-handedly, making it uniquely...Read more

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dday.it
12/04/2017
In Sweden to test the Hasselblad X1D, the "casual" medium format camera", "In Sweden trying out the Hasselblad X1D, the "casual" medium format

The Hasselblad X1D is a groundbreaking, mirrorless medium-format camera designed to bring studio-level image quality into everyday, "casual" environments. Built with an elegant and incredibly compact aluminum body, it successfully packs a massive 50-megapixel Sony sensor into dimensions that rival or understate a standard full-frame camera. The primary advantages highlighted in the...Read more

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osservatoriodigitale.it
01/01/2018
Hasselblad X1D-50c - Digital Observatory

The review from Osservatorio Digitale highlights the Hasselblad X1D-50c as a revolutionary, beautifully designed medium-format mirrorless camera that offers breathtaking image quality in a highly portable body. The reviewer notes significant pros, including its astonishing 50-megapixel CMOS sensor, compact dimensions (150 x 98 x 71mm), and incredibly light weight of 725 grams (with...Read more

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fotografidigitali.it
05/07/2017
Hasselblad X1D: A Walkaround Medium Format Camera

The Hasselblad X1D is a premium medium-format mirrorless camera designed to offer studio-quality imaging in a highly portable, unibody metal chassis. Built around a massive 50-megapixel CMOS sensor (44x33mm), it produces 16-bit RAW images with up to 14 stops of dynamic range, granting photographers immense flexibility to recover deep shadows in post-processing. Its standout features...Read more

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nandoonline.com
29/03/2017
My next camera? Part 1: Hasselblad X1D-50c

The Hasselblad X1D-50c is a modern, mirrorless medium-format camera that offers a sensor significantly larger than a standard full-frame system, housed within a body the size of a typical DSLR. The reviewer praises its exceptional handling, featuring a highly functional touchscreen, minimal physical buttons, and an incredibly comfortable, ergonomic grip. In terms of image...Read more

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