• Medium format 1,441.0mm2
  • 51.3 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 25,600
  • 35mm 858.0mm2
  • 24.5 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 51,200

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Differences

Hasselblad X1D advantages over Nikon Z6

  • Larger sensor
    Medium format vs 35mm
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Higher max flash sync
    1/2000 vs 1/200 sec
    Reduce the effect of ambient light in flash shots
  • More pixels
    51.3 vs 24.5 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

Nikon Z6 advantages over Hasselblad X1D

  • Less expensive
    $1899 vs $4999*
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • 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
  • Top deck display
    Yes vs No
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • Shoots 24p video
    Yes vs No
    Gives your movies a big-screen feel
  • More dots on screen
    2100k vs 922k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • 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
    12.0 fps vs 2.3 fps
    Faster RAW shooting in burst mode
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Faster shutter
    1/8000 vs 1/2000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light
  • Higher extended ISO
    204800 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
  • 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
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review 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

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • 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
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

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Review Excerpt

  • Great image quality; Terrific high ISO performance; Fast AF speeds; Eye AF; Swift 12fps burst shooting; In-body image stabilization; High-quality 4K video; Robust build quality; Familiar Nikon design.

  • Single XQD card slot; Default high ISO NR a bit strong; No 4K 60p; 1/200s x-sync speed; Limited native lens selection (at this time).

The Competition

Compared to Fujifilm GFX 50S

Hasselblad X1D
Fujifilm GFX 50S
  • $4999
  • Medium format
  • Higher max flash sync
  • $4895
  • Medium format
  • Tiltable Screen
  • Top deck display
Nikon Z6
Fujifilm GFX 50S
  • $1396
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $4895
  • Medium format
  • Larger sensor
  • More pixels

Compared to Sony A7 III

Hasselblad X1D
Sony A7 III
  • $4999
  • Medium format
  • Larger sensor
  • Higher max flash sync
  • $1898
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
Nikon Z6
Sony A7 III
  • $1396
  • 35mm
  • Top deck display
  • More dots on screen
  • $1898
  • 35mm
  • NFC
  • Higher effective ISO

Compared to Canon EOS R

Hasselblad X1D
Canon EOS R
  • $4999
  • Medium format
  • Larger sensor
  • Higher max flash sync
  • $1499
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
Nikon Z6
Canon EOS R
  • $1396
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $1499
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • More telephoto lens reach

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
Nikon Z6
Fujifilm GFX 50R
  • $1396
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $4599
  • Medium format
  • Larger sensor
  • Fast startup

Compared to Hasselblad X1D II

Hasselblad X1D
Hasselblad X1D II
  • $4999
  • Medium format
  • Less expensive
  • HDMI out
  • $5750
  • Medium format
  • Built-in GPS
  • Newer
Nikon Z6
Hasselblad X1D II
  • $1396
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • $5750
  • Medium format
  • Larger sensor
  • Built-in GPS
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