Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Nikon Coolpix A10

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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Hasselblad X1D II 50C and the Nikon Coolpix A10, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Hasselblad X1D II 50C was introduced in June 2019 and Nikon Coolpix A10 was introduced in January 2016. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Hasselblad X1D II 50C Highlights

      • 50 MP Medium format CMOS Sensor
      • 100 - 25,600 Native ISO
      • 117 Focus Points
      • 3.6" 2,360k dot Fixed Screen
      • 3,686k dot Electronic (OLED) Viewfinder
      • 2.7 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 2720 x 1530 Video Shooting
      • 30 min Video Recording Limit
      • Built-in GPS
      • Built-In Wi-Fi
      • Wheather Sealed Body

      Nikon Coolpix A10 Highlights

      • 16.1 MP 1/2.3-inch CCD Sensor
      • 80 - 1,600 Native ISO
      • 2.70" 230k dot Fixed Screen
      • 1.2 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Hasselblad X1D II 50C and Nikon Coolpix A10.

      PROS

      Hasselblad X1D II 50C

      Nikon Coolpix A10

      •   Video Capture
      •   Large Sensor
      •   High Resolution Sensor - 50 Megapixel
      •   High Bit Depth
      •   117 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Large Screen - 3.6"
      •   High Resolution Screen - 2,360k dot
      •   High Flash Sync Speed - 1/2000 sec
      •   High DxO Overall Score - 102
      •   High USB Speed
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   USB Charging
      •   2 Storage Slots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Video Capture
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Light - 160 g (0.35 lb / 5.64 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      •   Orientation Sensor

      CONS

      Hasselblad X1D II 50C

      Nikon Coolpix A10

      •   Expensive
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.7 fps
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.2 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 200 shots


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Hasselblad X1D II 50C

      Nikon Coolpix A10

      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 3,686k dot
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) - 1/10000 sec
      •   Video Resolution - 2720 x 1530
      •   Weight - 766 g (1.69 lb / 27.02 oz)
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.1 Megapixel
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"

      Advantage of Hasselblad X1D II 50C

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Hasselblad X1D II 50C over Nikon Coolpix A10.

      Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Nikon Coolpix A10
      Larger Sensor Medium format vs 1/2.3-inch
      Higher Sensor Resolution 50 Megapixel vs 16.1 Megapixel
      Max Image Resolution 8272 x 6200 vs 4608 x 3456
      RAW Support vs
      Touch-to-Focus vs
      Multi Area Autofocus vs
      Selective Autofocus vs
      Tracking Autofocus vs
      Continuous Autofocus vs
      Touch Screen vs
      Larger Screen 3.6" vs 2.70"
      Higher Resolution Screen 2,360k dot vs 230k dot
      Viewfinder Electronic (OLED) vs
      Lower Min Shutter Speed 4080s vs 4 sec
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 2.7 fps vs 1.2 fps
      External Flash Connectivity vs
      Manual Exposure Mode vs
      Aperture Priority vs
      Shutter Priority vs
      Average Metering vs
      Spot Metering vs
      Higher Video Resolution 2720 x 1530 vs 1280 x 720
      Higher USB Speed USB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec) vs USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
      HDMI Output Mini vs
      Speaker Mono vs
      Microphone Input vs
      Headphone Output vs
      Built-in GPS vs
      Built-In Wi-Fi vs
      Environmental Sealing vs
      More Storage Slots 2 vs 1

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      Advantage of Nikon Coolpix A10

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Nikon Coolpix A10 over Hasselblad X1D II 50C.

      Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs Nikon Coolpix A10
      Lower Native ISO 100 vs 80
      Higher Native ISO 25,600 vs 1,600
      Face Detection vs
      Built-in Flash vs
      Lighter 766 g (1.69 lb / 27.02 oz) vs 160 g (0.35 lb / 5.64 oz)
      Internal Storage vs 17 MB

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      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Hasselblad X1D II 50C Nikon Coolpix A10
        Video Capture
        Live View Autofocus
        Orientation Sensor
      WEAKNESSES Hasselblad X1D II 50C Nikon Coolpix A10
        Timelapse Recording
        No Image Stabilization
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/2000 sec1/2000 sec
        Low Max Continuous Shooting2.7 fps1.2 fps
        No Built-In Bluetooth

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Hasselblad X1D II 50C has a 3.6" screen with 2,360k dot resolution and Nikon Coolpix A10 has a 2.70" screen with 230k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens. Hasselblad X1D II 50C also features touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment and most importantly a Touch-to-Focus functionality allowing users to select a specific point on the screen where they want the camera to focus. This feature can be helpful for achieving precise focus in both photo and video recording.


      Electronic (OLED) Viewfinder on Hasselblad X1D II 50C

      Hasselblad X1D II 50C has a built-in Electronic (OLED) viewfinder with 3,686k dot resolution. It has a 100% coverage and 0.87x (1.10x 35mm equivalent) magnification. There is no built-in or optional viewfinder available on Nikon Coolpix A10.

      Sensor

      Hasselblad X1D II 50C features a 50 megapixel Medium format CMOS sensor with dimensions of 43.8 x 32.9 mm and a total area of 1441 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 25,600. Nikon Coolpix A10 features a 16.1 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm2. Its native ISO range is 80 - 1,600.

      Photography Features

      Hasselblad X1D II 50C can take pictures up to 8272 x 6200 resolution. Nikon Coolpix A10 can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution.


      No Image Stabilization

      The cameras do not have image stabilization. On Hasselblad X1D II 50C it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Nikon Coolpix A10 nothing can be done.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      Built-in GPS on Hasselblad X1D II 50C

      Hasselblad X1D II 50C has a built-in GPS (Global Positioning System) technology which allows you to automatically tag the location where you took your photos. You can later categorize, organize, and search for photos based on location. This is very useful for travel and outdoor photographers for documenting the locations where images were captured.
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      Built-in Wi-Fi on Hasselblad X1D II 50C

      Hasselblad X1D II 50C has a built-in Wi-Fi (Wi-Fi 5, 802.11ac/b/g/n, 2.4/5 GHz) which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Nikon Coolpix A10 comes with 2 x AA battery pack with battery life of 200 shots.


      External Storage Slots

      Hasselblad X1D II 50C has Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) card slots. Nikon Coolpix A10 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Hasselblad X1D II 50C has Electronic shutter and Leaf shutter. Shutter speed can go up to 1/10000 sec with electronic shutter and up to 1/2000 sec with mechanical shutter on Hasselblad X1D II 50C, and up to 1/2000 sec on Nikon Coolpix A10. Hasselblad X1D II 50C can shoot continuously up to 2.7 fps. Nikon Coolpix A10 can shoot continuously up to 1.2 fps.


      Flash

      Nikon Coolpix A10 has a built-in flash with maximum range of 3.60 m at Auto ISO. Hasselblad X1D II 50C has no built-in flash but an external flash may be connected via Hot Shoe. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/2000 sec on Hasselblad X1D II 50C.

      Physical Parameters

      Hasselblad X1D II 50C body has dimensions of 148 x 97 x 70 mm (5.83 x 3.82 x 2.76") and Nikon Coolpix A10 body has dimensions of 96 x 59 x 29 mm (3.78 x 2.32 x 1.14"). Hasselblad X1D II 50C weighs 766 g (1.69 lb / 27.02 oz) and Nikon Coolpix A10 weighs 160 g (0.35 lb / 5.64 oz).

      Hasselblad X1D II 50C

      Nikon Coolpix A10

      148 mm

      97 mm

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      96 mm

      59 mm

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      Size comparisons of Hasselblad X1D II 50C and Nikon Coolpix A10

      Hasselblad X1D II 50C and Nikon Coolpix A10 for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Hasselblad X1D II 50C

      Nikon Coolpix A10

      EXCELLENT
      97
      •   Large Sensor
      •   Touch Screen
      •   High Resolution Screen - 2,360k dot
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      POOR
      48
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Hasselblad X1D II 50C

      Nikon Coolpix A10

      GOOD
      79
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   117 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   High Resolution Screen - 2,360k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 3,686k dot
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.7 fps
      •   2 Storage Slots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      59
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.2 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 200 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Wildlife Photography

      Hasselblad X1D II 50C

      Nikon Coolpix A10

      GOOD
      79
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   117 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   High Resolution Screen - 2,360k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 3,686k dot
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.7 fps
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   2 Storage Slots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      57
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.2 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 200 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Portrait Photography

      Hasselblad X1D II 50C

      Nikon Coolpix A10

      EXCELLENT
      88
      •   Large Sensor
      •   117 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Large Screen - 3.6"
      •   High Resolution Screen - 2,360k dot
      •   High Flash Sync Speed - 1/2000 sec
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      67
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Hasselblad X1D II 50C

      Nikon Coolpix A10

      EXCELLENT
      88
      •   Large Sensor
      •   117 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   High Resolution Screen - 2,360k dot
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 766 g (1.69 lb / 27.02 oz)
      GOOD
      81
      •   Small Sensor
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 160 g (0.35 lb / 5.64 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Hasselblad X1D II 50C

      Nikon Coolpix A10

      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   High Resolution Screen - 2,360k dot
      •   Video Resolution - 2720 x 1530
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 766 g (1.69 lb / 27.02 oz)
      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 160 g (0.35 lb / 5.64 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 200 shots

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Hasselblad X1D II 50C and Nikon Coolpix A10 and give them scores of 78 and 45 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Hasselblad X1D II 50C

      Nikon Coolpix A10

      OVERALL
      78
      OVERALL
      45

      Sensor

      Hasselblad X1D II 50C

      Nikon Coolpix A10

      GOOD
      82
      •   Large Sensor
      •   High Resolution Sensor - 50 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   High DxO Overall Score - 102
      POOR
      47
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.1 Megapixel
      •   80 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Hasselblad X1D II 50C

      Nikon Coolpix A10

      GOOD
      72
      •   High Bit Depth
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) - 1/10000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 2.7 fps
      •   High Flash Sync Speed - 1/2000 sec
      BAD
      31
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 1.2 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Video

      Hasselblad X1D II 50C

      Nikon Coolpix A10

      BAD
      25
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Video Resolution - 2720 x 1530
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      BAD
      7
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720

      Focusing

      Hasselblad X1D II 50C

      Nikon Coolpix A10

      GOOD
      77
      •   117 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      GOOD
      70
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Hasselblad X1D II 50C

      Nikon Coolpix A10

      GOOD
      84
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Large Screen - 3.6"
      •   High Resolution Screen - 2,360k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 3,686k dot
      POOR
      50
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Hasselblad X1D II 50C

      Nikon Coolpix A10

      EXCELLENT
      94
      •   High USB Speed
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      POOR
      44
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Hasselblad X1D II 50C

      Nikon Coolpix A10

      GOOD
      84
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 766 g (1.69 lb / 27.02 oz)
      •   2 Storage Slots
      POOR
      42
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 160 g (0.35 lb / 5.64 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 200 shots
      •   Internal Storage


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