Hasselblad
X2D 100C
100MP medium format with 5-axis IBIS and Hasselblad color.
$8,199
Released Jun 2022
Insta360
Ace Pro 2
8K Leica-lens action camera with 1/1.3-inch sensor, 4K60 Active HDR, PureVideo low-light mode, and 12m waterproofing.
$449
Released Oct 2024
Ace Pro 2 is 2.3 years newer.
Wins
X2D 100C
Wins
Ace Pro 2
1 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX2D 100C has higher AF points / zones (117 vs 0)
- AX2D 100C has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 6,400)
- BAce Pro 2 has lower Weight (177.2 g vs 720 g)
- AX2D 100C has higher Resolution (100 MP vs 50 MP)
- AX2D 100C has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
X2D 100C
138 × 98 × 88 mm
720 g (1.59 lb / 25.40 oz)
Ace Pro 2
72 × 52 × 38 mm
177.2 g (0.39 lb / 6.25 oz)
X2D 100C is 66mm wider, 46mm taller, and 50mm thicker than Ace Pro 2.
X2D 100C is 543 g heavier than Ace Pro 2.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm X2D 100C · 38mm Ace Pro 2
Sensor size, to scale
X2D 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
X2D 100C
AF points / zones
117 vs 0 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138, 98, 88
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 6,400 — higher is better
Resolution
100 MP vs 50 MP — higher is better
AA filter
Only X2D 100C supports it
Eye AF
Only X2D 100C supports it
Reasons to choose
Ace Pro 2
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 71.9, 52.2, 38
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
177.2 g vs 720 g — lower is better
Internal RAW video
Only Ace Pro 2 supports it
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 520 shots — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
- ✓Bluetooth — Both support bluetooth
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
X2D 100C
Pros
- ✓100MP medium format
- ✓IBIS
- ✓Stunning files
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Slow operation
- –Limited lens line
Ace Pro 2
Pros
- ✓8K30 video
- ✓1/1.3-inch Leica lens
- ✓PureVideo night mode
- ✓12m waterproof
Cons
- –8K drains battery faster
- –Premium vs DJI Action
- –Fixed lens
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, X2D 100C or Ace Pro 2?
X2D 100C scores 10.0/10 versus 5.5/10 for Ace Pro 2 — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the X2D 100C and Ace Pro 2?
X2D 100C is 100 MP and Ace Pro 2 is 50 MP, so the X2D 100C captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X2D 100C and Ace Pro 2 have in-body image stabilization?
X2D 100C has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while ace Pro 2 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X2D 100C or the Ace Pro 2?
X2D 100C reaches 30 fps electronic. Ace Pro 2 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X2D 100C and Ace Pro 2?
X2D 100C weighs 720 g and Ace Pro 2 weighs 177.2 g, so the Ace Pro 2 is 543 g lighter.
Do the X2D 100C and Ace Pro 2 record 4K video?
X2D 100C: 4K up to 60p. Ace Pro 2: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the X2D 100C and Ace Pro 2 weather sealed?
X2D 100C: Yes. Ace Pro 2: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the X2D 100C and 640 shots for the Ace Pro 2, giving the Ace Pro 2 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X2D 100C launched at $8,199 and Ace Pro 2 at $449. The Ace Pro 2 is $7,750 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.