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Hasselblad X1D II vs Pentax K-70

The Hasselblad X1D II 50C and the Pentax K-70 are two digital cameras that were officially introduced, respectively, in June 2019 and June 2016. The X1D II is a mirrorless interchangeable lens camera, while the K-70 is a DSLR. The cameras are based on a medium format (X1D II) and an APS-C (K-70) sensor. The Hasselblad has a resolution of 51.3 megapixels, whereas the Pentax provides 24 MP.

Below is an overview of the main specs of the two cameras as a starting point for the comparison.

Headline Specifications
Hasselblad X1D II
versus
Pentax K-70
Hasselblad X1D II   Pentax K-70
Mirrorless system camera Digital single lens reflex
Hasselblad X mount lenses Pentax K mount lenses
51.3 MP – Medium Format sensor 24 MP – APS-C sensor
1080/25p Video 1080/60i Video
ISO 100-25,600 ISO 100-102,400
Electronic viewfinder (3690k dots) Optical viewfinder
3.6" LCD – 2360k dots 3.0" LCD – 921k dots
Fixed touchscreen Swivel screen (not touch-sensitive)
2.7 shutter flaps per second 6 shutter flaps per second
no shake reductionIn-body stabilization
Weathersealed bodyWeathersealed body
148 x 97 x 70 mm, 766 g 126 x 93 x 74 mm, 688 g
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Going beyond this snapshot of core features and characteristics, what are the differences between the Hasselblad X1D II 50C and the Pentax K-70? Which one should you buy? Read on to find out how these two cameras compare with respect to their body size, their imaging sensors, their shooting features, their input-output connections, and their reception by expert reviewers.

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Body comparison

The side-by-side display below illustrates the physical size and weight of the Hasselblad X1D II and the Pentax K-70. The two cameras are presented according to their relative size. Three successive views from the front, the top, and the rear are shown. All size dimensions are rounded to the nearest millimeter.

The K-70 can be obtained in two different colors (black, silver), while the X1D II is only available in titanium.

Size Hasselblad X1D II vs Pentax K-70
Compare X1D II versus K-70 top
Comparison X1D II or K-70 rear

If the front view area (width x height) of the cameras is taken as an aggregate measure of their size, the Pentax K-70 is notably smaller (18 percent) than the Hasselblad X1D II. Moreover, the K-70 is markedly lighter (10 percent) than the X1D II. In this context, it is worth noting that both cameras are splash and dust-proof and can, hence, be used in inclement weather conditions or harsh environments.

The above size and weight comparisons are to some extent incomplete since they do not consider the interchangeable lenses that both of these cameras require. Hence, you might want to study and compare the specifications of available lenses in order to get the full picture of the size and weight of the two camera systems.

Concerning battery life, the X1D II gets .. shots out of its Hasselblad H-3054752 battery, while the K-70 can take 410 images on a single charge of its Pentax D-LI109 power pack. The power pack in the X1D II can be charged via the USB port, so that it is not always necessary to take the battery charger along when travelling.

The table below summarizes the key physical specs of the two cameras alongside a broader set of comparators. If you would like to visualize and compare a different camera combination, you can navigate to the CAM-parator app and make your selection from a broad list of cameras there.

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Body Specifications
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Hasselblad X1D II 148 mm 97 mm 70 mm 766 g .. i Jun 2019 US$ 5 749ebay.com
2.
 
Pentax K-70 126 mm 93 mm 74 mm 688 g 410 i Jun 2016 US$ 649ebay.com
3.
 
Canon 5DS 152 mm 116 mm 76 mm 930 g 700 i Feb 2015 US$ 3 699ebay.com
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Canon 5DS R 152 mm 116 mm 76 mm 930 g 700 i Feb 2015 US$ 3 699ebay.com
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Fujifilm GFX 50R 161 mm 97 mm 66 mm 775 g 400 i Sep 2018 US$ 4 499ebay.com
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Fujifilm GFX 50S 148 mm 94 mm 91 mm 740 g 400 i Sep 2016 US$ 6 499ebay.com
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Fujifilm GFX 100RF 134 mm 90 mm 77 mm 735 g 820 i Mar 2025 US$ 4 899 amazon.com
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Hasselblad X1D 150 mm 98 mm 71 mm 725 g .. i Jun 2016 US$ 8 995ebay.com
9.
 
Hasselblad X2D 100C 149 mm 106 mm 75 mm 895 g 420 i Sep 2022 US$ 8 199 amazon.com
10.
 
Leica Q2 130 mm 80 mm 92 mm 718 g 370 i Mar 2019 US$ 4 999 amazon.com
11.
 
Leica Q3 130 mm 80 mm 93 mm 743 g 350 i May 2023 US$ 5 999 amazon.com
12.
 
Panasonic GH5s 139 mm 98 mm 87 mm 660 g 440 i Jan 2018 US$ 2 499 amazon.com
13.
 
Pentax K-3 II 131 mm 100 mm 77 mm 800 g 720 i Apr 2015 US$ 1 099ebay.com
14.
 
Pentax K-3 III 135 mm 104 mm 74 mm 820 g 800 i Mar 2021 US$ 1 999 amazon.com
15.
 
Pentax K-50 130 mm 97 mm 71 mm 650 g 410 i Jun 2013 US$ 599ebay.com
16.
 
Pentax KP 132 mm 101 mm 76 mm 703 g 390 i Jan 2017 US$ 1 099ebay.com
17.
 
Pentax K-S2 123 mm 91 mm 73 mm 678 g 410 i Feb 2015 US$ 749ebay.com
Note: Measurements and pricing do not include easily detachable parts, such as add-on or interchangeable lenses or optional viewfinders.
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Any camera decision will naturally be influenced heavily by the price. The retail prices at the time of the camera’s release place the model in the market relative to other models in the producer’s line-up and the competition. The K-70 was launched at a markedly lower price (by 89 percent) than the X1D II, which puts it into a different market segment. Usually, retail prices stay at first close to the launch price, but after several months, discounts become available. Later in the product cycle and, in particular, when the replacement model is about to appear, further discounting and stock clearance sales often push the camera price considerably down.

Sensor comparison

The size of the imaging sensor is a crucial determinant of image quality. A large sensor will tend to have larger individual pixels that provide better low-light sensitivity, wider dynamic range, and richer color-depth than smaller pixel-units in a sensor of the same technological generation. Moreover, a large sensor camera will give the photographer more control over depth-of-field in the image and, thus, the ability to better isolate a subject from the background. On the downside, larger sensors are more costly to manufacture and tend to lead to bigger and heavier cameras and lenses.

Of the two cameras under consideration, the Hasselblad X1D II features a medium format sensor and the Pentax K-70 an APS-C sensor. The sensor area in the K-70 is 75 percent smaller. As a result of these sensor size differences, the cameras have a format factor of, respectively, 0.79 and 1.5. The sensor in the X1D II has a native 4:3 aspect ratio, while the one in the K-70 offers a 3:2 aspect.

Hasselblad X1D II and Pentax K-70 sensor measures

With 51.3MP, the X1D II offers a higher resolution than the K-70 (24MP), but the X1D II nevertheless has larger individual pixels (pixel pitch of 5.30μm versus 3.91μm for the K-70) due to its larger sensor. Moreover, the X1D II is a much more recent model (by 3 years) than the K-70, and its sensor will have benefitted from technological advances during this time that further enhance the light gathering capacity of its pixels. Coming back to sensor resolution, it should be mentioned that neither of the two cameras has an anti-alias filter installed, so they are able to capture all the detail the sensor resolves.

The resolution advantage of the Hasselblad X1D II implies greater flexibility for cropping images or the possibility to print larger pictures. The maximum print size of the X1D II for good quality output (200 dots per inch) amounts to 41.4 x 31 inches or 105.1 x 78.7 cm, for very good quality (250 dpi) 33.1 x 24.8 inches or 84 x 63 cm, and for excellent quality (300 dpi) 27.6 x 20.7 inches or 70 x 52.5 cm. The corresponding values for the Pentax K-70 are 30 x 20 inches or 76.2 x 50.8 cm for good quality, 24 x 16 inches or 61 x 40.6 cm for very good quality, and 20 x 13.3 inches or 50.8 x 33.9 cm for excellent quality prints.

The K-70 has on-sensor phase detect pixels, which results in fast and reliable autofocus acquisition even during live view operation.

Unlike the X1D II, the K-70 has the capacity to capture high quality composite images by combining multiple shots after shifting its sensor by miniscule distances. This multi-shot, pixel-shift mode is most suitable for photography of stationary objects (landscapes, studio scenes).

The Hasselblad X1D II 50C has a native sensitivity range from ISO 100 to ISO 25600. The corresponding ISO settings for the Pentax K-70 are ISO 100 to ISO 102400 (no boost).

Technology-wise, both cameras are equipped with CMOS (Complementary Metal–Oxide–Semiconductor) sensors. Both cameras use a Bayer filter for capturing RGB colors on a square grid of photosensors. This arrangement is found in most digital cameras.

X1D II versus K-70 MP

Consistent information on actual sensor performance is available from DXO Mark for many cameras. This service determines an overall sensor rating, as well as sub-scores for low-light sensitivity ("DXO Sports"), dynamic range ("DXO Landscape"), and color depth ("DXO Portrait"). The following table provides an overview of the physical sensor characteristics, as well as the sensor quality measurements for a selection of comparators.

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DXO
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Sports
DXO
Overall
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Hasselblad X1D II Medium Format 51.3 8272 62001080/25p25.714.5323499
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Pentax K-70 APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60i23.813.1163980
3.
 
Canon 5DS Full Frame 50.3 8688 57921080/30p24.712.4238187
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Canon 5DS R Full Frame 50.3 8688 57921080/30p24.612.4230886
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Fujifilm GFX 50R Medium Format 51.1 8256 61921080/30p25.714.4316998
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Fujifilm GFX 50S Medium Format 51.1 8256 61921080/30p25.414.1297796
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Fujifilm GFX 100RF Medium Format 101.8 11648 87364K/30p25.915.13805101
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Hasselblad X1D Medium Format 51.3 8272 62001080/25p26.214.84489102
9.
 
Hasselblad X2D 100C Medium Format 102.1 11656 8762i25.914.93550101
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Leica Q2 Full Frame 46.7 8368 55844K/30p26.413.5249196
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Leica Q3 Full Frame 60.3 9528 63288K/30p25.414.7321696
12.
 
Panasonic GH5s Four Thirds 9.9 3680 27004K/60p23.112.8115474
13.
 
Pentax K-3 II APS-C 24.1 6016 40001080/60i23.613.6110680
14.
 
Pentax K-3 III APS-C 25.6 6192 41284K/30p24.213.7208385
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Pentax K-50 APS-C 16.1 4928 32641080/30p23.713.0112079
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Pentax KP APS-C 24.1 6016 40001080/60i23.913.2169981
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Pentax K-S2 APS-C 20.0 5472 36481080/30p23.612.9151479
Note: DXO values in italics represent estimates based on sensor size and age.
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Many modern cameras are not only capable of taking still images, but can also record movies. Both cameras under consideration have a sensor with sufficiently fast read-out times for moving pictures, but the K-70 provides a faster frame rate than the X1D II. It can shoot movie footage at 1080/60i, while the Hasselblad is limited to 1080/25p.

Feature comparison

Beyond body and sensor, cameras can and do differ across a range of features. For example, the X1D II has an electronic viewfinder (3690k dots), while the K-70 has an optical one. Both systems have their advantages, with the electronic viewfinder making it possible to project supplementary shooting information into the framing view, whereas the optical viewfinder offers lag-free viewing and a very clear framing image. The viewfinders of both cameras offer the same field of view (100%), but the viewfinder of the X1D II has a higher magnification than the one of the K-70 (0.87x vs 0.63x), so that the size of the image transmitted appears closer to the size seen with the naked human eye. The adjacent table lists some of the other core features of the Hasselblad X1D II and Pentax K-70 along with similar information for a selection of comparators.

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Shutter
Speed *
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Flaps *
Built-in
Flash
(yes/no)
Built-in
Image
Stab
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Hasselblad X1D II3690 i3.6 / 2360 fixed i 1/2000s 2.7/s i i
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Pentax K-70optical i3.0 / 921 swivel i 1/6000s 6.0/s i i
3.
 
Canon 5DSoptical i3.2 / 1040 fixed i 1/8000s 5.0/s i i
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Canon 5DS Roptical i3.2 / 1040 fixed i 1/8000s 5.0/s i i
5.
 
Fujifilm GFX 50R3690 i3.2 / 2360 tilting i 1/4000s 3.0/s i i
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Fujifilm GFX 50Soptional i3.2 / 2360 full-flex i 1/4000s 3.0/s i i
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Fujifilm GFX 100RF5760 i3.2 / 2100 tilting i 1/4000s 6.0/s i i
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Hasselblad X1D2360 i3.0 / 920 fixed i 1/2000s 2.3/s i i
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Hasselblad X2D 100C5760 i3.6 / 2360 tilting i 1/4000s 3.3/s i i
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Leica Q23680 i3.0 / 1040 fixed i 1/2000s 10.0/s i i
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Leica Q35760 i3.0 / 1840 tilting i 1/2000s 15.0/s i i
12.
 
Panasonic GH5s3680 i3.2 / 1620 swivel i 1/8000s 12.0/s i i
13.
 
Pentax K-3 IIoptical i3.2 / 1037 fixed i 1/8000s 8.3/s i i
14.
 
Pentax K-3 IIIoptical i3.2 / 1620 fixed i 1/8000s 12.0/s i i
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Pentax K-50optical i3.0 / 921 fixed i 1/6000s 6.0/s i i
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Pentax KPoptical i3.0 / 921 tilting i 1/6000s 7.0/s i i
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Pentax K-S2optical i3.0 / 921 swivel i 1/6000s 5.4/s i i
Note: *) Information refers to the mechanical shutter, unless the camera only has an electronic one.
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One differentiating feature between the two cameras concerns the touch sensitivity of the rear screen. The X1D II has a touchscreen, while the K-70 has a conventional panel. Touch control can be particularly helpful, for example, for setting the focus point.

The K-70 has an articulated screen that can be turned to be front-facing. This characteristic will be appreciated by vloggers and photographers who are interested in taking selfies. In contrast, the X1D II does not have a selfie-screen.

The reported shutter speed information refers to the use of the mechanical shutter. Yet, some cameras only have an electronic shutter, while others have an electronic shutter in addition to a mechanical one. In fact, the X1D II is one of those camera that have an additional electronic shutter, which makes completely silent shooting possible. However, this mode is less suitable for photographing moving objects (risk of rolling shutter) or shooting under artificial light sources (risk of flickering).

The Hasselblad X1D II and the Pentax K-70 both have an intervalometer built-in. This enables the photographer to capture time lapse sequences, such as flower blooming, a sunset or moon rise, without purchasing an external camera trigger and related software.

Concerning the storage of imaging data, both the X1D II and the K-70 write their files to SDXC cards. The X1D II features dual card slots, which can be very useful in case a memory card fails. In contrast, the K-70 only has one slot. The X1D II supports UHS-II cards (Ultra High Speed data transfer of up to 312 MB/s), while the K-70 can use UHS-I cards (up to 104 MB/s).

Connectivity comparison

For some imaging applications, the extent to which a camera can communicate with its environment can be an important aspect in the camera decision process. The table below provides an overview of the connectivity of the Hasselblad X1D II 50C and Pentax K-70 and, in particular, the interfaces the cameras (and selected comparators) provide for accessory control and data transfer.

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Input-Output Connections
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Hasselblad X1D IIistereo / monoiii3.0iii
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Pentax K-70istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Canon 5DSimono / monoiimini3.0iii
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Canon 5DS Rimono / monoiimini3.0iii
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Fujifilm GFX 50Ristereo / monoiimicro3.0iii
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Fujifilm GFX 50Sistereo / monoiimicro3.0iii
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Fujifilm GFX 100RFistereo / monoiimicro3.2iii
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Hasselblad X1Distereo / monoiimini3.0iii
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Hasselblad X2D 100Cistereo / monoiii3.2iii
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Leica Q2istereo / monoiiiiiii
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Leica Q3istereo / monoiimicro3.1iii
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Panasonic GH5sistereo / monoiifull3.1iii
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Pentax K-3 IIimono / monoiimini3.0iii
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Pentax K-3 IIIistereo / monoiimicro3.2iii
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Pentax K-50imono / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Pentax KPistereo / monoiii2.0iii
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Pentax K-S2imono / monoiimicro2.0iii
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It is notable that the X1D II has a headphone jack, which is not present on the K-70 This port makes it possible to attach external headphones and monitor the quality of sound during the recording process.

Studio photographers will appreciate that the Hasselblad X1D II (unlike the K-70) features a PC Sync socket, so that professional strobe lights can be controlled by the camera.

Travel and landscape photographers will find it useful that the X1D II has an internal geolocalization sensor and can record GPS coordinates in its EXIF data.

Both the X1D II and the K-70 have been discontinued, but can regularly be found used on ebay. Neither of the two has a direct successor, so they represent the end of the respective camera lines from Hasselblad and Pentax. Further information on the features and operation of the X1D II and K-70 can be found, respectively, in the Hasselblad X1D II Manual (free pdf) or the online Pentax K-70 Manual.

Review summary

So what conclusions can be drawn? Is there a clear favorite between the Hasselblad X1D II and the Pentax K-70? Which camera is better? Below is a summary of the relative strengths of each of the two contestants.

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Advantages of the Hasselblad X1D II 50C:

  • More detail: Offers more megapixels (51.3 vs 24MP) with a 43% higher linear resolution.
  • Better image quality: Features a larger and more technologically advanced imaging sensor.
  • Richer colors: The sensor size advantage translates into images with better, more accurate colors.
  • More dynamic range: Larger sensor captures a wider spectrum of light and dark details.
  • Better low-light sensitivity: Larger sensor produces good images even in poorly lit environments.
  • Better sound control: Has a headphone port that enables audio monitoring while recording.
  • More framing info: Has an electronic viewfinder that displays shooting data.
  • Larger viewfinder image: Features a viewfinder with a higher magnification (0.87x vs 0.63x).
  • Larger screen: Has a bigger rear LCD (3.6" vs 3.0") for image review and settings control.
  • More detailed LCD: Has a higher resolution rear screen (2360k vs 921k dots).
  • Fewer buttons to press: Is equipped with a touch-sensitive rear screen to facilitate handling.
  • Less disturbing: Has an electronic shutter option for completely silent shooting.
  • Easier travel charging: Can be conveniently charged via its USB port.
  • More legacy lens friendly: Can take a broad range of non-native lenses via adapters.
  • Easier geotagging: Features an internal GPS sensor to log localization data.
  • Faster data transfer: Supports a more advanced USB protocol (3.0 vs 2.0).
  • Better studio light control: Has a PC Sync socket to connect to professional strobe lights.
  • Greater peace of mind: Features a second card slot as a backup in case of memory card failure.
  • Faster buffer clearing: Supports a more advanced SD data transfer standard (UHS-II vs UHS-I).
  • More prestigious: Has the Hasselblad luxury appeal, which ensures a high resale price.
  • More modern: Reflects 3 years of technical progress since the K-70 launch.

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Arguments in favor of the Pentax K-70:

  • High quality composites: Can combine several shots after pixel-shifting its sensor.
  • Better video: Provides higher movie framerates (1080/60i versus 1080/25p).
  • Better live-view autofocus: Features on-sensor phase-detection for more confident autofocus.
  • Brighter framing: Features an optical viewfinder for clear, lag-free composition.
  • More flexible LCD: Has a swivel screen for odd-angle shots in portrait or landscape orientation.
  • More selfie-friendly: Has an articulated screen that can be turned to be front-facing.
  • Faster shutter: Has higher mechanical shutter speed (1/6000s vs 1/2000s) to freeze action.
  • Faster burst: Shoots at higher frequency (6 vs 2.7 flaps/sec) to capture the decisive moment.
  • More compact: Is smaller (126x93mm vs 148x97mm) and will fit more readily into a bag.
  • Sharper images: Has stabilization technology built-in to reduce the impact of hand-shake.
  • Easier fill-in: Has a small integrated flash to brighten shadows of backlit subjects.
  • More affordable: Was introduced into a lower priced category (89 percent cheaper at launch).
  • More heavily discounted: Has been around for much longer (launched in June 2016).

If the number of relative strengths (bullet points above) is taken as a guide, the X1D II is the clear winner of the match-up (21 : 13 points). However, the relevance of individual strengths will vary across photographers, so that you might want to apply your own weighing scheme to the summary points when reflecting and deciding on a new camera. A professional wildlife photographer will view the differences between cameras in a way that diverges from the perspective of a family photog, and a person interested in architecture has distinct needs from a sports shooter. Hence, the decision which camera is best and worth buying is often a very personal one.

X1D II 21:13 K-70

How about other alternatives? Do the specifications of the Hasselblad X1D II and the Pentax K-70 place the cameras among the top in their class? Find out in the latest Best Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera and Best DSLR Camera listings whether the two cameras rank among the cream of the crop.

In any case, while the comparison of technical specifications can provide a useful overview of the capabilities of different cameras, it remains partial and cannot reveal, for example, the shooting experience and imaging performance when actually working with the X1D II or the K-70. User reviews that are available, for instance, at amazon can sometimes shed light on these issues, but such feedback is all too often partial, inconsistent, and inaccurate.

Expert reviews

This is where reviews by experts come in. The adjacent summary-table relays the overall verdicts of several of the most popular camera review sites (amateurphotographer [AP], cameralabs [CL], digitalcameraworld [DCW], dpreview [DPR], ephotozine [EPZ], photographyblog [PB]). As can be seen, the professional reviewers agree in many cases on the quality of different cameras, but sometimes their assessments diverge, reinforcing the earlier point that a camera decision is often a very personal choice.

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Hasselblad X1D II....4/5..4/54/5 Jun 2019 US$ 5 749ebay.com
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Pentax K-704.5/5..4/579/1004.5/54.5/5 Jun 2016 US$ 649ebay.com
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Canon 5DS..+..83/1004.5/54.5/5 Feb 2015 US$ 3 699ebay.com
4.
 
Canon 5DS R5/5+..83/1005/54.5/5 Feb 2015 US$ 3 699ebay.com
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Fujifilm GFX 50R5/5..5/584/1004.5/54.5/5 Sep 2018 US$ 4 499ebay.com
6.
 
Fujifilm GFX 50S....4.5/585/1005/54.5/5 Sep 2016 US$ 6 499ebay.com
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Fujifilm GFX 100RF............ Mar 2025 US$ 4 899 amazon.com
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Hasselblad X1D..o..81/100..4/5 Jun 2016 US$ 8 995ebay.com
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Hasselblad X2D 100C4/5..5/5...... Sep 2022 US$ 8 199 amazon.com
10.
 
Leica Q2....4.5/584/1004.5/54/5 Mar 2019 US$ 4 999 amazon.com
11.
 
Leica Q35/5..4.5/5....4.5/5 May 2023 US$ 5 999 amazon.com
12.
 
Panasonic GH5s....4.5/584/1004.5/54.5/5 Jan 2018 US$ 2 499 amazon.com
13.
 
Pentax K-3 II4.5/5......5/55/5 Apr 2015 US$ 1 099ebay.com
14.
 
Pentax K-3 III4/5..3/5..4.5/5.. Mar 2021 US$ 1 999 amazon.com
15.
 
Pentax K-505/5......5/54.5/5 Jun 2013 US$ 599ebay.com
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Pentax KP4/5..3/582/1005/54.5/5 Jan 2017 US$ 1 099ebay.com
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Specifications: Hasselblad X1D II vs Pentax K-70

Below is a side-by-side comparison of the specs of the two cameras to facilitate a quick review of their differences and common features.

Camera Specifications
Camera Model Hasselblad X1D II Pentax K-70
Camera Type Mirrorless system camera Digital single lens reflex
Camera Lens Hasselblad X mount lenses Pentax K mount lenses
Launch Date June 2019 June 2016
Launch Price USD 5,749 USD 649
Sensor Specs Hasselblad X1D II Pentax K-70
Sensor Technology CMOS CMOS
Sensor Format Medium Format Sensor APS-C Sensor
Sensor Size 43.8 x 32.9 mm 23.5 x 15.6 mm
Sensor Area 1441.02 mm2 366.6 mm2
Sensor Diagonal 54.8 mm 28.2 mm
Crop Factor 0.79x 1.5x
Sensor Resolution 51.3 Megapixels 24 Megapixels
Image Resolution 8272 x 6200 pixels 6000 x 4000 pixels
Pixel Pitch 5.30 μm 3.91 μm
Pixel Density 3.56 MP/cm2 6.55 MP/cm2
Moiré control no AA filter no AA filter
Movie Capability 1080/25p Video 1080/60i Video
ISO Setting 100 - 25,600 ISO 100 - 102,400 ISO
Screen Specs Hasselblad X1D II Pentax K-70
Viewfinder Type Electronic viewfinder Optical viewfinder
Viewfinder Field of View 100% 100%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.87x 0.63x
Viewfinder Resolution 3690k dots
LCD Framing Live View Live View
Rear LCD Size 3.6inch 3.0inch
LCD Resolution 2360k dots 921k dots
LCD Attachment Fixed screen Swivel screen
Touch Input Touchscreen no Touchscreen
Shooting Specs Hasselblad X1D II Pentax K-70
Focus System Contrast-detect AF Phase-detect AF
Manual Focusing AidFocus PeakingFocus Peaking
Max Shutter Speed (mechanical) 1/2000s 1/6000s
Continuous Shooting 2.7 shutter flaps/s 6 shutter flaps/s
Electronic Shutterup to 1/10000sno E-Shutter
Time-Lapse PhotographyIntervalometer built-inIntervalometer built-in
Image Stabilizationno shake reductionIn-body stabilization
Fill Flash no On-Board Flash Built-in Flash
Storage Medium SDXC cards SDXC cards
Single or Dual Card Slots Dual card slots Single card slot
UHS card support UHS-II UHS-I
Connectivity Specs Hasselblad X1D II Pentax K-70
External Flash Hotshoe Hotshoe
Studio Flash PC Sync socket no PC Sync
USB Connector USB 3.0 USB 2.0
HDMI Port no HDMI mini HDMI
Microphone Port External MIC port External MIC port
Headphone Socket Headphone port no Headphone port
Wifi Support Wifi built-in Wifi built-in
Geotagging GPS built-in no internal GPS
Body Specs Hasselblad X1D II Pentax K-70
Environmental SealingWeathersealed bodyWeathersealed body
Battery Type Hasselblad H-3054752 Pentax D-LI109
In-Camera Charging USB charging no USB charging
Body Dimensions 148 x 97 x 70 mm
(5.8 x 3.8 x 2.8 in)
126 x 93 x 74 mm
(5.0 x 3.7 x 2.9 in)
Camera Weight 766 g (27.0 oz) 688 g (24.3 oz)
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