• 35mm 861.6mm2
  • 26.2 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 40,000
  • Medium format 1,441.0mm2
  • 51.3 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 25,600

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Differences

Canon EOS RP advantages over Hasselblad X1D II

  • Less expensive
    $2099 vs $5750*
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs none
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (UHD) vs No
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Shoots 24p video
    Yes vs No
    Gives your movies a big-screen feel
  • Lighter weight
    485g vs 766g
    Lighter weight
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
    Filter vs No Filter
    Reduces unsightly moiré in photos
  • Faster RAW shooting
    5.0 fps vs 2.7 fps
    Faster RAW shooting in burst mode
  • Faster shutter
    1/4000 vs 1/2000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light
  • Higher extended ISO
    102400 vs 25600 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Hasselblad X1D II advantages over Canon EOS RP

  • Focus peaking
    Peaker vs Non-peaker
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Larger sensor
    Medium format vs 35mm
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Built-in GPS
    GPS vs None
    Geotag your photos
  • Higher max flash sync
    1/2000 vs 1/180 sec
    Reduce the effect of ambient light in flash shots
  • Higher-res screen
    786k vs 347k pixels
    More detail on the screen lets you judge focus and composition
  • More viewfinder magnification
    0.87x vs 0.70x
    Get a bigger view of the scene through the eye-level viewfinder
  • More pixels
    51.3 vs 26.2 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Dual card slots
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
    No Filter vs Filter
    Enjoy sharper photos
  • Longer exposure
    4080 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • External Mic Jack
    Both provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Both provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Neither provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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Review Excerpt

  • Very good image quality; Good high ISO performance; Fast Dual Pixel CMOS AF autofocus system; Eye AF with tracking & video support; 4K video; Good build quality; Excellent value.

  • No IBIS; Sub-par dynamic range; Burst shooting tops out at 5fps; Poor battery life; Limited video features.

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The Competition

Compared to Hasselblad X1D

Canon EOS RP
Hasselblad X1D
  • $949
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $4999
  • Medium format
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor

Compare Canon EOS RP vs Hasselblad X1D

Hasselblad X1D II
Hasselblad X1D
  • $5750
  • Medium format
  • Built-in GPS
  • Newer
  • $4999
  • Medium format
  • Less expensive
  • HDMI out

Compare Hasselblad X1D II vs Hasselblad X1D

Compared to Fujifilm GFX 50R

Canon EOS RP
Fujifilm GFX 50R
  • $949
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $4599
  • Medium format
  • Focus peaking
  • Larger sensor

Compare Canon EOS RP vs Fujifilm GFX 50R

Hasselblad X1D II
Fujifilm GFX 50R
  • $5750
  • Medium format
  • Built-in GPS
  • Higher max flash sync
  • $4599
  • Medium format
  • Less expensive
  • Tiltable Screen

Compare Hasselblad X1D II vs Fujifilm GFX 50R

Compared to Nikon Z5

Canon EOS RP
Nikon Z5
  • $949
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Lighter weight
  • $1097
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Focus peaking

Compare Canon EOS RP vs Nikon Z5

Hasselblad X1D II
Nikon Z5
  • $5750
  • Medium format
  • Larger sensor
  • Built-in GPS
  • $1097
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Hasselblad X1D II vs Nikon Z5

Compared to Sony A7C

Canon EOS RP
Sony A7C
  • $949
  • 35mm
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Wider angle kit lens
  • $1598
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Focus peaking

Compare Canon EOS RP vs Sony A7C

Hasselblad X1D II
Sony A7C
  • $5750
  • Medium format
  • Larger sensor
  • Built-in GPS
  • $1598
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen

Compare Hasselblad X1D II vs Sony A7C

Compared to Nikon Z6 II

Canon EOS RP
Nikon Z6 II
  • $949
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $1747
  • 35mm
  • Focus peaking
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Canon EOS RP vs Nikon Z6 II

Hasselblad X1D II
Nikon Z6 II
  • $5750
  • Medium format
  • Larger sensor
  • Built-in GPS
  • $1747
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

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