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Hasselblad

X1D-50c

First mirrorless medium format camera — 50MP CMOS in a stunningly compact Hasselblad body.

$8,995

Launch price

Released Jun 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 years newer.

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Wins

0categories

X1D-50c

WildlifeLandscape

Wins

1categories

X1D II 50C

WildlifeLandscape

17 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

X1D-50c wins 0 categories·X1D II 50C wins 1 categories
  • BX1D II 50C has lower Weight (720 g vs 725 g)

Key specs at a glance

X1D-50cX1D II 50C
Resolution50 MP50 MP
Sensor43.8 × 32.9 mm43.8 × 32.9 mm
ISO max25,60025,600
Burst20 fps20 fps
4K60 fps60 fps
IBIS7-stop7-stop
Weight725 g720 g
Battery640 shots640 shots

Size and weight, to scale

X1D-50c

150 × 98 × 71 mm

725 g (1.60 lb / 25.57 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)

X1D-50c is 17mm thinner than X1D II 50C but it is also 12mm wider.

X1D-50c is 5 g heavier than X1D II 50C.

Depth (front-to-back): 71mm X1D-50c · 88mm X1D II 50C

Sensor size, to scale

X1D-50c

43.8 × 32.9 mm · Medium Format

1441 mm² area

X1D II 50C

43.8 × 32.9 mm · Medium Format

1441 mm² area

Use-case scoring

Which one for what?

Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class

Use caseX1D-50cX1D II 50C
Portrait
6.0Good
6.0Good
Sports & Action
5.5Fair
6.5Good✓ wins
Video & Hybrid
6.0Good
6.0Good
Landscape
6.5Good
8.0Excellent✓ wins
Travel
5.0Fair
6.5Good✓ wins
Wildlife
7.5Good
9.0Excellent✓ wins
Vlogging
5.5Fair
5.5Fair

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose

X1D-50c

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 150, 71

Reasons to choose

X1D II 50C

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 138, 88

  • AA filter

    Only X1D II 50C supports it

  • Weather sealing

    Only X1D II 50C supports it

  • Weight

    720 g vs 725 g — lower is better

Both cameras share

  • ResolutionBoth 50 MP
  • ISO min (native)Both 64
  • ISO max (native)Both 25,600
  • AF points / zonesBoth 117
  • AF frame coverageBoth 100 %
  • Eye AFBoth support eye af

Pros & cons at a glance

Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.

X1D-50c

Pros

  • First mirrorless MF
  • Iconic design
  • 50MP medium format
  • XCD mount launch

Cons

  • Very slow AF
  • No IBIS
  • Superseded by X1D II

X1D II 50C

Pros

  • Medium format look
  • Beautiful design
  • 50MP

Cons

  • Slow AF
  • No IBIS
  • Expensive

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Full specifications

= category winner

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

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for landscape, X1D-50c or X1D II 50C?

X1D II 50C scores 8.0/10 versus 6.5/10 for X1D-50c — 50MP — massive detail for large prints.

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

Both cameras share the same 50 MP resolution.

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

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

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

X1D-50c reaches 20 fps electronic. X1D II 50C reaches 20 fps electronic.

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

X1D-50c weighs 725 g and X1D II 50C weighs 720 g, so the X1D II 50C is 5 g lighter.

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

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

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

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

Which has better battery life?

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

How much does each cost?

X1D-50c launched at $8,995 and X1D II 50C at $5,750. The X1D II 50C is $3,245 less.

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