Hasselblad
H6D-100c
100MP medium format modular system for studio, fashion, and commercial work.
$32,995
Launch priceReleased Apr 2016
Sony
Alpha 1 II
50MP stacked flagship with 30fps RAW, 8K video, and Sony's fastest hybrid performance.
$6,499
Launch priceReleased Nov 2024
Alpha 1 II is 8.7 years newer.
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Wins
H6D-100c
Wins
Alpha 1 II
5 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 1 II has lower AF low-light limit (-4 EV vs 1 EV)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 1)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 920,000)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher Burst (mechanical) (10 fps vs 1.5 fps)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 25 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareH6D-100c
153 × 131 × 122 mm
1633 g (3.60 lb / 57.60 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 × 83 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
H6D-100c is 17mm wider, 34mm taller, and 39mm thicker than Alpha 1 II.
H6D-100c is 890 g heavier than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 122mm H6D-100c · 83mm Alpha 1 II
Sensor size, to scale
H6D-100c
53.4 × 40 mm · Full Frame
2136 mm² area
Alpha 1 II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
2.5× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
H6D-100c: mount data unavailable
Alpha 1 II
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
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
H6D-100c
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 153, 131, 122
Card types
Adds CFast, SD/SDHC/SDXC
EVF magnification
2.7 × vs 0.9 × — higher is better
Resolution
100 MP vs 50.1 MP — higher is better
ISO min (native)
64 vs 100 — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Vehicle
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 94 % — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 1 II
AF low-light limit
-4 EV vs 1 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.1, 96.9, 82.9
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SD UHS-II
AF points / zones
759 vs 1 — higher is better
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 920,000 — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
10 fps vs 1.5 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I…
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 25 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 30 fps
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓RAW buffer depth — Both 200 frames
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 150 Mbps
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
Alpha 1 II
Pros
- ✓50MP stacked sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free burst
- ✓8K 30p video
- ✓Best Sony AF
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Complex menus
- –Large files
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Hasselblad H6D-100c
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, H6D-100c or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.5/10 versus 4.5/10 for H6D-100c — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the H6D-100c and Alpha 1 II?
H6D-100c is 100 MP and Alpha 1 II is 50.1 MP, so the H6D-100c captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the H6D-100c and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
H6D-100c has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while Alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the H6D-100c or the Alpha 1 II?
H6D-100c reaches 30 fps electronic. Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the H6D-100c and Alpha 1 II?
H6D-100c weighs 1633 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the Alpha 1 II is 890 g lighter.
Do the H6D-100c and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
H6D-100c: 4K up to 25p. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the H6D-100c and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
H6D-100c: No. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the H6D-100c and 520 shots for the Alpha 1 II, giving the Alpha 1 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
H6D-100c launched at $32,995 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The Alpha 1 II is $26,496 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Hasselblad and Sony press materials.