Hasselblad
X1D-50c
First mirrorless medium format camera — 50MP CMOS in a stunningly compact Hasselblad body.
$8,995
Launch priceReleased Jun 2016
Sony
Alpha 7R VI
66.8MP stacked full-frame high-resolution body with 30fps bursts, 8K 30p, 4K 120p, and Sony's AI processing unit.
$4,499
Launch priceReleased Jun 2026
Alpha 7R VI is 9.9 years newer.
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Wins
X1D-50c
Wins
Alpha 7R VI
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 117)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 3,690,000)
- BAlpha 7R VI has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- AX1D-50c has lower ISO min (native) (64 vs 100)
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
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 × 83 mm
713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)
X1D-50c is 12mm thinner than Alpha 7R VI but it is also 17mm wider and 1mm taller.
X1D-50c is 12 g heavier than Alpha 7R VI.
Depth (front-to-back): 71mm X1D-50c · 83mm Alpha 7R VI
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
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 97 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
Alpha 7R VI
133 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
X1D-50c
43.8 × 32.9 mm · Medium Format
1441 mm² area
Alpha 7R VI
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
1.7× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X1D-50c: mount data unavailable
Alpha 7R VI
✓ 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
X1D-50c
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 150, 98, 71
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only X1D-50c supports it
ISO min (native)
64 vs 100 — lower is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 600 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 7R VI
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -2 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 132.7, 96.9, 82.9
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SDXC UHS-II
AF points / zones
759 vs 117 — higher is better
Max video bit rate
600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
EVF resolution
9,437,184 vs 3,690,000 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
- ✓Card slots — Both 2
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
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
Alpha 7R VI
Pros
- ✓66.8MP stacked full-frame sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free electronic burst
- ✓8K 30p and 4K 120p video
- ✓5-axis sensor-shift stabilization
- ✓9.44M-dot HDR OLED EVF
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Large files demand fast cards and storage
- –8K workflow can be heavy
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the X1D-50c and Alpha 7R VI at major authorized retailers.
Hasselblad X1D-50c
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for portraits, X1D-50c or Alpha 7R VI?
Alpha 7R VI scores 8.5/10 versus 6.0/10 for X1D-50c — 66.8MP — excellent for large prints and crops.
What's the resolution difference between the X1D-50c and Alpha 7R VI?
X1D-50c is 50 MP and Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP, so the Alpha 7R VI captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X1D-50c and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?
X1D-50c has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while Alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X1D-50c or the Alpha 7R VI?
X1D-50c reaches 20 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X1D-50c and Alpha 7R VI?
X1D-50c weighs 725 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the Alpha 7R VI is 12 g lighter.
Do the X1D-50c and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?
X1D-50c: 4K up to 60p. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the X1D-50c and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?
X1D-50c: No. Alpha 7R VI: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the X1D-50c and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the X1D-50c the edge.
How much does each cost?
X1D-50c launched at $8,995 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The Alpha 7R VI is $4,496 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Hasselblad and Sony press materials.