Hasselblad
X2D 100C
100MP medium format with 5-axis IBIS and Hasselblad color.
$8,199
Released Jun 2022
Panasonic
Lumix S5 II
Phase-detect L-mount hybrid with 6K open gate and strong video tools.
$1,999
Released Jan 2023
Lumix S5 II is 6 months newer.
Wins
X2D 100C
Wins
Lumix S5 II
8 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix S5 II has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 117)
- AX2D 100C has higher Resolution (100 MP vs 24.2 MP)
- AX2D 100C has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 5 stops)
- AX2D 100C has higher EVF resolution (5,760,000 vs 3,680,000)
- AX2D 100C has lower ISO min (native) (64 vs 100)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
X2D 100C
138 × 98 × 88 mm
720 g (1.59 lb / 25.40 oz)
Lumix S5 II
134 × 102 × 90 mm
740 g (1.63 lb / 26.10 oz)
X2D 100C is 4mm shorter and 2mm thinner than Lumix S5 II but it is also 4mm wider.
X2D 100C is 20 g lighter than Lumix S5 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm X2D 100C · 90mm Lumix S5 II
Sensor size, to scale
X2D 100C
43.8 × 32.9 mm · Medium Format
1441 mm² area
Lumix S5 II
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
1.7× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
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
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138, 98, 88
Resolution
100 MP vs 24.2 MP — higher is better
AA filter
Only X2D 100C supports it
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Vehicle
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only X2D 100C supports it
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 5 stops — higher is better
EVF resolution
5,760,000 vs 3,680,000 — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix S5 II
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -2 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134.3, 102.3, 90.1
AF points / zones
779 vs 117 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye, Car…
Internal RAW video
Only Lumix S5 II supports it
Codecs
Adds MOV, MP4
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 51,200
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 30 fps
- ✓RAW buffer depth — Both 200 frames
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
Lumix S5 II
Pros
- ✓Phase-detect AF finally
- ✓6K open gate
- ✓IBIS
- ✓Great value
Cons
- –24MP resolution
- –L-mount size
- –AF still behind Canon/Sony
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, X2D 100C or Lumix S5 II?
X2D 100C scores 10.0/10 versus 6.5/10 for Lumix S5 II — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the X2D 100C and Lumix S5 II?
X2D 100C is 100 MP and Lumix S5 II is 24.2 MP, so the X2D 100C captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X2D 100C and Lumix S5 II have in-body image stabilization?
X2D 100C has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while lumix S5 II has 5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X2D 100C or the Lumix S5 II?
X2D 100C reaches 30 fps electronic. Lumix S5 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X2D 100C and Lumix S5 II?
X2D 100C weighs 720 g and Lumix S5 II weighs 740 g, so the X2D 100C is 20 g lighter.
Do the X2D 100C and Lumix S5 II record 4K video?
X2D 100C: 4K up to 60p. Lumix S5 II: 6K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the X2D 100C and Lumix S5 II weather sealed?
X2D 100C: Yes. Lumix S5 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the X2D 100C and 370 shots for the Lumix S5 II, giving the X2D 100C the edge.
How much does each cost?
X2D 100C launched at $8,199 and Lumix S5 II at $1,999. The Lumix S5 II is $6,200 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.