Blackmagic
PYXIS 12K
Modular full-frame 12K cinema box camera with 16-stop dynamic range, 12288×8040 RGBW sensor, L-Mount, dual CFexpress slots, and 12G-SDI output.
$5,699
Launch priceReleased Apr 2025
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
X2D II 100C is 5 months newer.
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Wins
PYXIS 12K
Wins
X2D II 100C
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BX2D II 100C has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 800)
- APYXIS 12K has higher Burst (electronic) (60 fps vs 30 fps)
- APYXIS 12K has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
- BX2D II 100C has lower Weight (840 g vs 1600 g)
- APYXIS 12K has higher 4K max frame rate (112 fps vs 60 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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151 × 119 × 106 mm
1600 g (3.53 lb / 56.44 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
X2D II 100C
149 × 106 × 75 mm
840 g (1.85 lb / 29.63 oz)
PYXIS 12K is 3mm wider, 13mm taller, and 31mm thicker than X2D II 100C.
PYXIS 12K is 760 g heavier than X2D II 100C.
Depth (front-to-back): 106mm PYXIS 12K · 75mm X2D II 100C
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
PYXIS 12K
151 × 119 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X2D II 100C
149 × 106 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
PYXIS 12K
151 × 106 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X2D II 100C
149 × 75 mm
Sensor size, to scale
PYXIS 12K
35.64 × 23.32 mm · Full Frame
831 mm² area
X2D II 100C
43.8 × 32.9 mm · Full Frame
1441 mm² area
1.7× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
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
PYXIS 12K
Codecs
Adds Blackmagic RAW 3:1, Blackmagic RAW 5:1, Blackmagic RAW 8:1…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 151, 119
AA filter
Only PYXIS 12K supports it
Burst (electronic)
60 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Internal RAW video
Only PYXIS 12K supports it
Card slots
2 vs 1 — higher is better
4K max frame rate
112 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
X2D II 100C
Subject recognition
Adds Animals, People, Vehicles
Codecs
Adds H.265, H.264
ISO min (native)
50 vs 800 — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 148.5, 75
Eye AF
Only X2D II 100C supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only X2D II 100C supports it
In-body stabilization (IBIS)
Only X2D II 100C supports it
Weather sealing
Only X2D II 100C supports it
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 25,600
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
- ✓Microphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support microphone jack (3.5mm)
- ✓Headphone jack (3.5mm) — Both support headphone jack (3.5mm)
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
PYXIS 12K
Pros
- ✓Full-frame 12288×8040 12K open gate
- ✓16 stops dynamic range
- ✓12K up to 60fps (2.4:1), 8K/4K up to 112fps
- ✓Dual CFexpress Type B + 10Gb Ethernet
- ✓1500-nit 4-inch touchscreen
Cons
- –Box body needs rigging
- –Massive 12K file sizes
- –Requires external power for long shoots
- –Single native ISO 800 (no dual native)
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
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for travel, PYXIS 12K or X2D II 100C?
X2D II 100C scores 5.0/10 versus 0.5/10 for PYXIS 12K — Weather sealed for varied conditions.
What's the resolution difference between the PYXIS 12K and X2D II 100C?
PYXIS 12K is 98.8 MP and X2D II 100C is 100 MP, so the X2D II 100C captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the PYXIS 12K and X2D II 100C have in-body image stabilization?
PYXIS 12K does not have IBIS, while X2D II 100C has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the PYXIS 12K or the X2D II 100C?
PYXIS 12K reaches 60 fps electronic. X2D II 100C reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the PYXIS 12K and X2D II 100C?
PYXIS 12K weighs 1600 g and X2D II 100C weighs 840 g, so the X2D II 100C is 760 g lighter.
Do the PYXIS 12K and X2D II 100C record 4K video?
PYXIS 12K: 4K up to 112p. X2D II 100C: 4K up to 60p.
Are the PYXIS 12K and X2D II 100C weather sealed?
PYXIS 12K: No. X2D II 100C: Yes.
How much does each cost?
PYXIS 12K launched at $5,699 and X2D II 100C at $8,499. The PYXIS 12K is $2,800 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Blackmagic and Hasselblad press materials.