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
10 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BX2D II 100C has higher Resolution (100 MP vs 50 MP)
- BX2D II 100C has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 25,600)
- BX2D II 100C has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 120 frames)
- BX2D II 100C has higher EVF resolution (5,760,000 vs 3,690,000)
- BX2D II 100C has higher Burst (mechanical) (12 fps vs 8 fps)
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
150 × 104 × 77 mm
895 g (1.97 lb / 31.57 oz)
X1D-50c is 6mm shorter and 6mm thinner than X2D II 100C.
X1D-50c is 170 g lighter than X2D II 100C.
Depth (front-to-back): 71mm X1D-50c · 77mm X2D II 100C
Sensor size, to scale
X1D-50c
43.8 × 32.9 mm · Medium Format
1441 mm² area
X2D II 100C
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
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
X1D-50c
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 98, 71
Weight
725 g vs 895 g — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 520 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
X2D II 100C
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 104, 77
Resolution
100 MP vs 50 MP — higher is better
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Weather sealing
Only X2D II 100C supports it
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
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 64
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 117
- ✓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
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- –Superseded by X1D II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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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, X1D-50c or X2D II 100C?
X2D II 100C scores 8.0/10 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 895 g, so the X1D-50c is 170 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 520 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 June 2026.