Hasselblad
X2D II 100C
Second-gen 100MP medium format flagship with faster AF, improved IBIS, and Hasselblad Natural Colour.
$8,499
Launch priceReleased Sep 2025
Insta360
X6
Flagship 8K 360 camera with dual Sony 1/1.1-inch square sensors, native 8K50 and in-camera Dolby Vision, 120MP stills, 2.32-inch OLED, 140-minute 8K30 runtime, and 20m waterproofing.
$700
Launch priceReleased Aug 2026
X6 is 11 months newer.
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Wins
X2D II 100C
Wins
X6
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX2D II 100C has higher AF points / zones (425 vs 0)
- BX6 has lower Weight (196 g vs 840 g)
- AX2D II 100C has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 6,400)
- BX6 has higher Burst (mechanical) (12 fps vs 3 fps)
- AX2D II 100C has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 100)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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X2D II 100C
149 × 106 × 75 mm
840 g (1.85 lb / 29.63 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
X6
50 × 100 × 40 mm
196 g (0.43 lb / 6.91 oz)
X2D II 100C is 99mm wider, 6mm taller, and 35mm thicker than X6.
X2D II 100C is 644 g heavier than X6.
Depth (front-to-back): 75mm X2D II 100C · 40mm X6
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X2D II 100C
149 × 106 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X6
50 × 100 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
X2D II 100C
149 × 75 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X6
50 × 40 mm
Sensor size, to scale
X2D II 100C
43.8 × 32.9 mm · Full Frame
1441 mm² area
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
X2D II 100C
AF points / zones
425 vs 0 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Animals, People, Vehicles
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 148.5, 106, 75
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 6,400 — higher is better
ISO min (native)
50 vs 100 — lower is better
Eye AF
Only X2D II 100C supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only X2D II 100C supports it
Reasons to choose
X6
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Pet, Object
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, 360° Horizon Lock, InstaFrame 2.0…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 50, 100, 40
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
196 g vs 840 g — lower is better
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 3 fps — higher is better
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Max video bit rate
240 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 30 fps
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓RAW buffer depth — Both 200 frames
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
X2D II 100C
Pros
- ✓100MP medium format
- ✓7-stop IBIS
- ✓Faster AF than X2D
- ✓Stunning color science
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Large files
- –Not for action
X6
Pros
- ✓Dual Sony 1/1.1-inch sensors (1-inch equivalent 360)
- ✓Native 8K50 + in-camera Dolby Vision / 10-bit I-Log
- ✓120MP 360 photos; 5K60 / 4K120 single-lens
- ✓2600mAh Xtreme Battery: 140 min 8K30
- ✓20m waterproof + replaceable Lens 2.0
Cons
- –$700 Standard Bundle vs cheaper 360 rivals
- –8K50, not 8K60 vs Osmo 360 II
- –47GB usable built-in storage vs DJI 105GB
- –360 footage still needs reframing
Decided which one is right for you?
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Hasselblad X2D II 100C
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for portraits, X2D II 100C or X6?
X2D II 100C scores 6.0/10 versus 3.0/10 for X6 — 100MP — excellent for large prints and crops.
What's the resolution difference between the X2D II 100C and X6?
X2D II 100C is 100 MP and X6 is 120 MP, so the X6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X2D II 100C and X6 have in-body image stabilization?
X2D II 100C has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while X6 uses FlowState 6-axis + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic).
Which shoots faster bursts — the X2D II 100C or the X6?
X2D II 100C reaches 30 fps electronic. X6 reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X2D II 100C and X6?
X2D II 100C weighs 840 g and X6 weighs 196 g, so the X6 is 644 g lighter.
Do the X2D II 100C and X6 record 4K video?
X2D II 100C: 4K up to 60p. X6: 8K 360 (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the X2D II 100C and X6 weather sealed?
X2D II 100C: Yes. X6: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 466 shots (CIPA) for the X2D II 100C and 520 shots for the X6, giving the X6 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X2D II 100C launched at $8,499 and X6 at $700. The X6 is $7,799 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed September 2026.
Product images courtesy of Hasselblad and Insta360 press materials.