• Medium format 1,441.0mm2
  • 51.3 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 25,600
  • 4/3 226.2mm2
  • 20.3 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 25,600

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Differences

Hasselblad X1D advantages over Olympus E-P7

  • Larger sensor
    Medium format vs 4/3
    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 3.36 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Higher max flash sync
    1/2000 vs 1/250 sec
    Reduce the effect of ambient light in flash shots
  • More pixels
    51.3 vs 20.3 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 60 sec
    Long exposures for night shots

Olympus E-P7 advantages over Hasselblad X1D

  • 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
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Tiltable vs Fixed
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Yes vs No
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Thinner
    38 mm vs 71 mm
    Thinner
  • Shoots 24p video
    Yes vs No
    Gives your movies a big-screen feel
  • Lighter weight
    337g vs 725g
    Lighter weight
  • 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
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Faster shutter
    1/16000 vs 1/2000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

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
  • 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
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • 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

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Olympus E-P7
Fujifilm GFX 50S
  • $0
  • 4/3
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $5697
  • Medium format
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder

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Compared to Sony A7R III

Hasselblad X1D
Sony A7R III
  • $4999
  • Medium format
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $2066
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization

Compare Hasselblad X1D vs Sony A7R III

Olympus E-P7
Sony A7R III
  • $0
  • 4/3
  • Lens selection
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $2066
  • 35mm
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder

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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

Olympus E-P7
Fujifilm GFX 50R
  • $0
  • 4/3
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $4599
  • Medium format
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder

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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

Olympus E-P7
Hasselblad X1D II
  • $0
  • 4/3
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $5750
  • Medium format
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder

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Compared to Fujifilm GFX 50S II

Hasselblad X1D
Fujifilm GFX 50S II
  • $4999
  • Medium format
  • Higher max flash sync
  • $3832
  • Medium format
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
  • Tiltable Screen

Compare Hasselblad X1D vs Fujifilm GFX 50S II

Olympus E-P7
Fujifilm GFX 50S II
  • $0
  • 4/3
  • Shoot 4K video
  • In-camera panoramas
  • $3832
  • Medium format
  • Larger sensor
  • Eye-level viewfinder

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