• Medium format 1,441.0mm2
  • 51.3 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 25,600
  • APS-C 337.5mm2
  • 32.5 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 25,600

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Differences

Hasselblad X1D advantages over Canon EOS M6 Mark II

  • Larger sensor
    Medium format vs APS-C
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 5.29 vs 3.23 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Higher max flash sync
    1/2000 vs 1/200 sec
    Reduce the effect of ambient light in flash shots
  • More pixels
    51.3 vs 32.5 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Dual card slots
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Yes vs No
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
    No Filter vs Filter
    Enjoy sharper photos
  • Longer exposure
    4080 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots

Canon EOS M6 Mark II advantages over Hasselblad X1D

  • Less expensive
    $1099 vs $4999*
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (UHD) vs 1080p
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Tiltable Screen
    Tiltable vs Fixed
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • 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
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Thinner
    49 mm vs 71 mm
    Thinner
  • Newer
    5 years vs 8 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • 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
    14.0 fps vs 2.3 fps
    Faster RAW shooting in burst mode
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Faster shutter
    1/16000 vs 1/2000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light
  • Higher extended ISO
    51200 vs 25600 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • 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
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • 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
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera

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The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm GFX 50S

Hasselblad X1D
Fujifilm GFX 50S
  • $4999
  • Medium format
  • Higher max flash sync
  • $5697
  • Medium format
  • Tiltable Screen
  • Top deck display

Compare Hasselblad X1D vs Fujifilm GFX 50S

Canon EOS M6 Mark II
Fujifilm GFX 50S
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $5697
  • Medium format
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Canon EOS M6 Mark II vs Fujifilm GFX 50S

Compared to Fujifilm GFX 50R

Hasselblad X1D
Fujifilm GFX 50R
  • $4999
  • Medium format
  • Higher max flash sync
  • Headphone jack
  • $4599
  • Medium format
  • Less expensive
  • Tiltable Screen

Compare Hasselblad X1D vs Fujifilm GFX 50R

Canon EOS M6 Mark II
Fujifilm GFX 50R
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $4599
  • Medium format
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Canon EOS M6 Mark II vs Fujifilm GFX 50R

Compared to Sony A6400

Hasselblad X1D
Sony A6400
  • $4999
  • Medium format
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $798
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Shoot 4K video

Compare Hasselblad X1D vs Sony A6400

Canon EOS M6 Mark II
Sony A6400
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Fast startup
  • More pixels
  • $798
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Less expensive

Compare Canon EOS M6 Mark II vs Sony A6400

Compared to Hasselblad X1D II

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

Compare Hasselblad X1D vs Hasselblad X1D II

Canon EOS M6 Mark II
Hasselblad X1D II
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $5750
  • Medium format
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Canon EOS M6 Mark II vs Hasselblad X1D II

Compared to Sony A6100

Hasselblad X1D
Sony A6100
  • $4999
  • Medium format
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $648
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Shoot 4K video

Compare Hasselblad X1D vs Sony A6100

Canon EOS M6 Mark II
Sony A6100
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • More pixels
  • Faster JPEG shooting
  • $648
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Less expensive

Compare Canon EOS M6 Mark II vs Sony A6100

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