Choose LeicaS or Hasselblad X1D camera knowledge

In the camera circle, enthusiasts must know that among medium format cameras, there are two leaders, the Leica S007 and the Hasselblad X1D. Both have the same accuracy, and the pixels will be better. Almost the same, and the lenses of these two models are also top-notch. No matter how we choose the camera, we will ultimately decide which of the two will produce better shooting effects. So back to our original question, these two Which one should I choose?

Coincidentally, these two machines happen to be available in camera stores. If you have time, you can go to the store to see these two machines in person, and you will know the difference once you try them;

Let me first give you a brief summary of the differences between these two machines.

Both of these are considered top-notch equipment here (and don’t worry, our store has Leica, Hasselblad, etc. in stock anyway, so my comparison below will be very objective), I really have to distinguish one. It’s hard to say which one is better or worse, but we can look at the differences between the two from several angles, which will also have some reference value for our choice.

1 Body configuration

_LeicaS007

The latest generation of Leica’s medium format S series SLR is STyp007, which was launched in March 2015 (or released? I don’t know the details) I can’t remember clearly), this is also the first time that the S series uses CMOS

sensors, before that they were all CCDs.

CMOS size: 30x45mm, 37.5 million pixels

Dynamic range: 15 stops (that is, the same photo, the brightest and darkest exposures can differ by 15 stops, and the tolerance in post-production is very high)

Color depth: 16bit (that is, the number of colors that can be expressed is 2 to the 16th power, which shows the high degree of fineness and restoration)

The body cache is 2GB

ISO100-6400

Shutter speed: 1/4000s-60s

Continuous shooting speed 3.5fps

Can shoot 4K high-definition video (good video effect)

Battery life is about 1,000 shots (battery life is more than double that of X1D)

Body weight is 1260g

leica/Leica S (typ007) medium format SLR Camera S007CMOS upgraded version Leica original

￥145500

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_Hasselblad X1D

Hasselblad X1D is the world’s first Chinese camera It is mirrorless and is one of the most compact medium format digital cameras. Launched in 2016.

CMOS size: 43.8x32.9mm, 50 million pixels (higher pixels)

Dynamic range: 14 stops (dynamic range is slightly inferior to S)

Color depth: 16bit

ISO100-25600 (high sensitivity is good)

Shutter speed: 1/2000s-60 minutes (after the firmware upgrade to version 1.17.2, an electronic shutter is added. Now it can reach up to 1/10000s

, which can support non-interlens shutter lenses; the longest exposure should be 1 hour and 8 minutes now, which is very suitable for shooting starry sky long exposure themes)

The continuous shooting speed is 2.3fps (the continuous shooting speed is slightly slower)

Can shoot 1080p high-definition video

Full flash synchronization, the fastest is 1/2000s (very fast in studio shooting) Advantages)

The body weight is 725g (it is indeed very light!)

Hasselblad/Hasselblad X1D-50C medium format mirrorless digital camera Hasselblad X1D kit is licensed

￥72900

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From the above parameters, we can roughly see the difference between the two. The overall performance of Hasselblad X1D should be higher, after all, it is more recent. products.

But don’t rush to a conclusion yet, let’s read on.

2 lens group

_LeicaSTyp007

The current native lens group of LeicaS is: 24f/3.5, 30f/2.8(CS), 35f/2.5(CS) , 45f/2.8(CS), 70

f/2.5(CS), 120f/2.5 macro lens (CS), 120f/5.6 tilt-shift lens, 180f/3.5(CS), 30-90f /3.5-5.6

LeicaS lens group

Moreover, it can also be connected to Contax 645, Hasselblad H series, V series, Pentax 67, and Mamiya 645 lenses.

_Hasselblad X1D

Hasselblad X1D lenses currently include 30f/3.5, 45f/3.5, 90f/3.2, 120f/3.5, and the new 21

f/4, more lenses will be launched this year.

Roadmap of the Hasselblad XCD system lens group

In addition, Hasselblad’s XCD lenses all use inter-lens shutters, achieving full flash synchronization, and the highest flash sync speed can reach 1 /2000s!

In addition to native lenses, X1D can also be adapted to H series lenses and XPAN lenses.

Adapting XPAN lenses

It can be seen that in terms of lens group support, the S series is obviously better. In addition, the S

lenses can be said to be Leica The most top-notch lenses are on par with Leica's cine lenses in terms of design and materials, and their optical quality is definitely worthy of the important task!

Part of the LeicaS lens series has a focal plane shutter, and some have an inter-lens shutter. (CS), the fastest flash sync speed with lens shutter can reach 1/1000s.

LeicaS+70f/2.5ASPHCS version

And because X1D

is Hasselblad’s new system, the lens group is currently relatively small, but its new product development The speed is still very fast, and the current lenses are sufficient for regular shooting purposes. In addition, Hasselblad is an established medium format manufacturer, so its subsequent strength cannot be underestimated.

3 Appreciation of Samples

Let me make it clear that samples do not fully represent the quality of cameras and lenses. After all, different photographers have different styles and techniques, and medium format photos are Their true strength cannot be shown on mobile phones and regular forums. Their real astonishment lies in the original film.

We only need the following pictures for reference.

_LeicaSTyp007

Medium format is perfect for shooting landscapes (photographer David Farkas):

(Please note that the pictures on WeChat are all It has been severely compressed, and there are almost no details left. The original pictures of some samples can be downloaded from the official websites of Hasselblad and Leica, or when you visit us, by the way)

LeicaSuperElmarit- S24mm, 1s, f11, ISO100, tripod

LeicaElmarit-S30mm, 1/6s, f13, ISO100, tripod

LeicaSummarit-S120mm, 1/250s, f2.8, ISO400

LeicaSummarit-S120mm, 1/1000s, f4, ISO400

LeicaElmarit-S30mm, 1/90s, f13, ISO200

LeicaElmarit-S180mm, 1/ 750s, f4, ISO200

In addition, the LeicaS series can be said to have the essence of Leica colors. The following photos in low light have me fascinated:

s007 +120f2.5, 1-125sf3.4ISO1600

s007+70f2.5, 1-90sf2.5ISO6400

s007+45f2.8, 1-60sf2.8ISO6400

_Hasselblad X1D

Because of the X1D's powerful body performance and unique inter-lens shutter, it has incomparable advantages in studio shooting and long exposure; in addition, because it is too light in weight , it’s no problem to take it for traveling or even street photography.

X1D+21F4, Nanjing, Jiangsu ISO100f/8.071s. by Yu Haitong

X1D+21F4, ISO100f/16 bracketing exposure in Mentougou District, Beijing, by Yu Haitong

X1D+30mm, F11ISO1002S, ByTREYRATCLIFF

X1D+30mmf11iso1008s , byTREYRATCLIFF

XCD+45mm, F13ISO10011s, ByTREYRATCLIFF

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We also mentioned in the title that Leica and Hasselblad are both the world's top camera brands. Don't underestimate the brand bonus. Many players will have a "brand complex", and some people may just like Leica. , but some people just like Hasselblad.

Choose a brand you like, and you will feel more happy when using the camera!

Finally, what I want to say is that there is no absolute superiority or inferiority between the two. Every camera has its own unique advantages and regrets. There is no need to pursue the so-called perfect camera. The one you like is the best.