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Hasselblad

H6D-100c

100MP medium format modular system for studio, fashion, and commercial work.

$32,995

Launch price

Released Apr 2016

vs

Hasselblad

X1D II 50C

50MP medium format mirrorless with iconic Hasselblad design.

$5,750

Launch price

Released Jun 2019

X1D II 50C is 3.2 years newer.

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Wins

7categories

H6D-100c

WildlifeSports & Action

Wins

2categories

X1D II 50C

WildlifeLandscape

9 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

H6D-100c wins 4 categories·X1D II 50C wins 1 categories
  • BX1D II 50C has lower Weight (720 g vs 2130 g)
  • AH6D-100c has higher Resolution (100 MP vs 50 MP)
  • AH6D-100c has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 25,600)
  • AH6D-100c has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 120 frames)
  • AH6D-100c has higher EVF resolution (5,760,000 vs 3,690,000)

Key specs at a glance

H6D-100cX1D II 50C
Resolution100 MP50 MP
Sensor53.4 × 40.0 mm43.8 × 32.9 mm
ISO max51,20025,600
Burst30 fps20 fps
4K60 fps60 fps
IBIS8-stop7-stop
Weight2130 g720 g
Battery520 shots640 shots

Size and weight, to scale

H6D-100c

153 × 131 × 135 mm

2130 g (4.70 lb / 75.13 oz)

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

for scale

X1D II 50C

138 × 98 × 88 mm

720 g (1.59 lb / 25.40 oz)

H6D-100c is 15mm wider, 33mm taller, and 47mm thicker than X1D II 50C.

H6D-100c is 1410 g heavier than X1D II 50C.

Depth (front-to-back): 135mm H6D-100c · 88mm X1D II 50C

Sensor size, to scale

H6D-100c

53.4 × 40 mm · Medium Format

2136 mm² area

X1D II 50C

43.8 × 32.9 mm · Medium Format

1441 mm² area

1.5× 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

Use caseH6D-100cX1D II 50C
Portrait
6.0Good
6.0Good
Sports & Action
7.0Good✓ wins
6.5Good
Video & Hybrid
6.0Good
6.0Good
Landscape
6.5Good
8.0Excellent✓ wins
Travel
3.5Limited
6.5Good✓ wins
Wildlife
8.5Excellent
9.0Excellent✓ wins
Vlogging
5.5Fair
5.5Fair

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose

H6D-100c

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 153, 131, 135

  • Resolution

    100 MP vs 50 MP — higher is better

  • ISO max (native)

    51,200 vs 25,600 — higher is better

  • Card types

    Adds CFexpress Type B

  • RAW buffer depth

    200 frames vs 120 frames — higher is better

  • EVF resolution

    5,760,000 vs 3,690,000 — higher is better

  • Burst (mechanical)

    12 fps vs 8 fps — higher is better

  • Burst (electronic)

    30 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better

Reasons to choose

X1D II 50C

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 138, 98, 88

  • Weight

    720 g vs 2130 g — lower is better

  • AA filter

    Only X1D II 50C supports it

  • Weather sealing

    Only X1D II 50C supports it

  • Battery life (CIPA)

    640 shots vs 520 shots — higher is better

Both cameras share

  • ISO min (native)Both 64
  • AF points / zonesBoth 117
  • AF frame coverageBoth 100 %
  • Eye AFBoth support eye af
  • Animal / bird AFBoth support animal / bird af
  • Pre-Capture / Pre-ReleaseBoth support pre-capture / pre-release

Pros & cons at a glance

Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.

H6D-100c

Pros

  • 100MP medium format
  • Modular system
  • Stunning detail
  • Pro tethering workflow

Cons

  • Extremely expensive
  • Not handheld friendly
  • Slow operation

X1D II 50C

Pros

  • Medium format look
  • Beautiful design
  • 50MP

Cons

  • Slow AF
  • No IBIS
  • Expensive

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Full specifications

= category winner

H6D-100c
X1D II 50C
Resolution
100 MP2× more
50 MP
Sensor type
Medium Format CMOS
Medium Format CMOS
Sensor size
53.4 × 40.0 mm
43.8 × 32.9 mm
AA filter
No
Yes
H6D-100c
X1D II 50C
Processor
Image processor
Image processor
H6D-100c
X1D II 50C
ISO min (native)
64
64
ISO max (native)
51,200+1 stop
25,600
ISO max (expanded)
102,400
102,400
H6D-100c
X1D II 50C
Shutter type
Mechanical + Electronic
Mechanical + Electronic
Max mechanical speed
1/8000 sec
1/8000 sec
Max electronic speed
1/32000 sec
1/16000 sec

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for travel, H6D-100c or X1D II 50C?

X1D II 50C scores 6.5/10 versus 3.5/10 for H6D-100c — 720g — manageable for travel.

What's the resolution difference between the H6D-100c and X1D II 50C?

H6D-100c is 100 MP and X1D II 50C is 50 MP, so the H6D-100c captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

Do the H6D-100c and X1D II 50C have in-body image stabilization?

H6D-100c has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while X1D II 50C has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.

Which shoots faster bursts — the H6D-100c or the X1D II 50C?

H6D-100c reaches 30 fps electronic. X1D II 50C reaches 20 fps electronic.

What's the weight difference between the H6D-100c and X1D II 50C?

H6D-100c weighs 2130 g and X1D II 50C weighs 720 g, so the X1D II 50C is 1410 g lighter.

Do the H6D-100c and X1D II 50C record 4K video?

H6D-100c: 4K up to 60p. X1D II 50C: 4K up to 60p.

Are the H6D-100c and X1D II 50C weather sealed?

H6D-100c: No. X1D II 50C: Yes.

Which has better battery life?

Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the H6D-100c and 640 shots for the X1D II 50C, giving the X1D II 50C the edge.

How much does each cost?

H6D-100c launched at $32,995 and X1D II 50C at $5,750. The X1D II 50C is $27,245 less.

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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.