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H6D-100c

Hasselblad

H6D-100c

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

$32,995

Launch price

Released Apr 2016

vs

Hasselblad

X2D 100C

100MP medium format with 5-axis IBIS and Hasselblad color.

$8,199

Launch price

Released Jun 2022

X2D 100C is 6.3 years newer.

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Wins

1categories

H6D-100c

WildlifeSports & Action

Wins

7categories

X2D 100C

WildlifeSports & Action

10 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

H6D-100c wins 0 categories·X2D 100C wins 5 categories
  • BX2D 100C has lower AF low-light limit (-2 EV vs 1 EV)
  • BX2D 100C has higher AF points / zones (117 vs 1)
  • BX2D 100C has higher Burst (mechanical) (12 fps vs 1.5 fps)
  • BX2D 100C has higher EVF resolution (5,760,000 vs 920,000)
  • BX2D 100C has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 12,800)

Key specs at a glance

H6D-100cX2D 100C
Resolution100 MP100 MP
Sensor53.4 x 4043.8 × 32.9 mm
ISO max12,80051,200
Burst30 fps30 fps
4K25 fps60 fps
IBIS8-stop8-stop
Weight1633 g720 g
Battery520 shots520 shots

Size and weight, to scale

H6D-100c

153 × 131 × 122 mm

1633 g (3.60 lb / 57.60 oz)

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

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

for scale

X2D 100C

138 × 98 × 88 mm

720 g (1.59 lb / 25.40 oz)

H6D-100c is 15mm wider, 33mm taller, and 34mm thicker than X2D 100C.

H6D-100c is 913 g heavier than X2D 100C.

Depth (front-to-back): 122mm H6D-100c · 88mm X2D 100C

Sensor size, to scale

H6D-100c

53.4 × 40 mm · Full Frame

2136 mm² area

X2D 100C

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-100cX2D 100C
Portrait
6.0Good
6.0Good
Sports & Action
6.5Good
8.0Excellent✓ wins
Video & Hybrid
4.5Fair
6.0Good✓ wins
Landscape
6.5Good
8.0Excellent✓ wins
Travel
3.5Limited
6.0Good✓ wins
Wildlife
7.5Good
10.0Excellent✓ wins
Vlogging
4.0Fair
5.5Fair✓ wins

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose

H6D-100c

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 153, 131, 122

  • Card types

    Adds CFast, SD/SDHC/SDXC

  • EVF magnification

    2.7 × vs 0.78 × — higher is better

  • Internal RAW video

    Only H6D-100c supports it

Reasons to choose

X2D 100C

  • AF low-light limit

    -2 EV vs 1 EV — lower is better

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 138, 98, 88

  • Card types

    Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II

  • AF points / zones

    117 vs 1 — higher is better

  • Burst (mechanical)

    12 fps vs 1.5 fps — higher is better

  • EVF resolution

    5,760,000 vs 920,000 — higher is better

  • ISO max (native)

    51,200 vs 12,800 — higher is better

  • 4K max frame rate

    60 fps vs 25 fps — higher is better

Both cameras share

  • ResolutionBoth 100 MP
  • ISO min (native)Both 64
  • AF frame coverageBoth 100 %
  • Eye AFBoth support eye af
  • Animal / bird AFBoth support animal / bird af
  • Burst (electronic)Both 30 fps

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

X2D 100C

Pros

  • 100MP medium format
  • IBIS
  • Stunning files

Cons

  • Very expensive
  • Slow operation
  • Limited lens line

Decided which one is right for you?

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Full specifications

= category winner

H6D-100c
X2D 100C
Resolution
100 MP
100 MP
Sensor type
CMOS
Medium Format CMOS
Sensor size
53.4 x 40
43.8 × 32.9 mm
AA filter
No
Yes
H6D-100c
X2D 100C
Processor
Image processor
Image processor
H6D-100c
X2D 100C
ISO min (native)
64
64
ISO max (native)
12,800
51,200+2 stops
ISO max (expanded)
102,400
102,400
H6D-100c
X2D 100C
Shutter type
Leaf Shutter
Mechanical + Electronic
Max mechanical speed
1/2000
1/8000 sec
Max electronic speed
1/32000 sec
1/32000 sec

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for travel, H6D-100c or X2D 100C?

X2D 100C scores 6.0/10 versus 3.5/10 for H6D-100c — 720g — manageable for travel.

What's the resolution difference between the H6D-100c and X2D 100C?

Both cameras share the same 100 MP resolution.

Do the H6D-100c and X2D 100C have in-body image stabilization?

H6D-100c has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while X2D 100C has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.

Which shoots faster bursts — the H6D-100c or the X2D 100C?

H6D-100c reaches 30 fps electronic. X2D 100C reaches 30 fps electronic.

What's the weight difference between the H6D-100c and X2D 100C?

H6D-100c weighs 1633 g and X2D 100C weighs 720 g, so the X2D 100C is 913 g lighter.

Do the H6D-100c and X2D 100C record 4K video?

H6D-100c: 4K up to 25p. X2D 100C: 4K up to 60p.

Are the H6D-100c and X2D 100C weather sealed?

H6D-100c: No. X2D 100C: Yes.

Which has better battery life?

Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the H6D-100c and 520 shots for the X2D 100C, giving the X2D 100C the edge.

How much does each cost?

H6D-100c launched at $32,995 and X2D 100C at $8,199. The X2D 100C is $24,796 less.

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

Product images courtesy of Hasselblad press materials.