Hasselblad
X1D-50c
First mirrorless medium format camera — 50MP CMOS in a stunningly compact Hasselblad body.
$8,995
Launch priceReleased Jun 2016
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 9.2 years newer.
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Wins
X1D-50c
Wins
X2D II 100C
7 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BX2D II 100C has higher AF points / zones (425 vs 117)
- AX1D-50c has higher Burst (mechanical) (8 fps vs 3 fps)
- BX2D II 100C has higher Resolution (100 MP vs 50 MP)
- AX1D-50c has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
- BX2D II 100C has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 120 frames)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareX1D-50c
150 × 98 × 71 mm
725 g (1.60 lb / 25.57 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
X2D II 100C
149 × 106 × 75 mm
840 g (1.85 lb / 29.63 oz)
X1D-50c is 8mm shorter and 4mm thinner than X2D II 100C but it is also 2mm wider.
X1D-50c is 115 g lighter than X2D II 100C.
Depth (front-to-back): 71mm X1D-50c · 75mm X2D II 100C
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X1D-50c
150 × 98 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.
X1D-50c
150 × 71 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
X2D II 100C
149 × 75 mm
Sensor size, to scale
X1D-50c
43.8 × 32.9 mm · Medium Format
1441 mm² area
X2D II 100C
43.8 × 32.9 mm · Full Frame
1441 mm² area
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
X1D-50c
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 150, 98, 71
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
Burst (mechanical)
8 fps vs 3 fps — higher is better
Card slots
2 vs 1 — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 466 shots — higher is better
Weight
725 g vs 840 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
X2D II 100C
Subject recognition
Adds Animals, People, Vehicles
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 148.5, 106, 75
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B
AF points / zones
425 vs 117 — higher is better
Resolution
100 MP vs 50 MP — higher is better
Weather sealing
Only X2D II 100C supports it
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 120 frames — higher is better
EVF resolution
5,760,000 vs 3,690,000 — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 25,600
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
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
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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Hasselblad X1D-50c
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, X1D-50c or X2D II 100C?
X2D II 100C scores 8.5/10 versus 5.5/10 for X1D-50c — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the X1D-50c and X2D II 100C?
X1D-50c is 50 MP and X2D II 100C is 100 MP, so the X2D II 100C captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X1D-50c and X2D II 100C have in-body image stabilization?
X1D-50c has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while X2D II 100C has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X1D-50c or the X2D II 100C?
X1D-50c reaches 20 fps electronic. X2D II 100C reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X1D-50c and X2D II 100C?
X1D-50c weighs 725 g and X2D II 100C weighs 840 g, so the X1D-50c is 115 g lighter.
Do the X1D-50c and X2D II 100C record 4K video?
X1D-50c: 4K up to 60p. X2D II 100C: 4K up to 60p.
Are the X1D-50c and X2D II 100C weather sealed?
X1D-50c: No. X2D II 100C: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the X1D-50c and 466 shots for the X2D II 100C, giving the X1D-50c the edge.
How much does each cost?
X1D-50c launched at $8,995 and X2D II 100C at $8,499. The X2D II 100C is $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 press materials.