Hasselblad
X2D 100C
100MP medium format with 5-axis IBIS and Hasselblad color.
$8,199
Released Jun 2022
Sony
Alpha 1 II
50MP stacked flagship with 30fps RAW, 8K video, and Sony's fastest hybrid performance.
$6,499
Released Nov 2024
Alpha 1 II is 2.4 years newer.
Wins
X2D 100C
Wins
Alpha 1 II
5 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 1 II has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 117)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher EVF refresh rate (240 Hz vs 120 Hz)
- AX2D 100C has higher Resolution (100 MP vs 50.1 MP)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 5,760,000)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
X2D 100C
138 × 98 × 88 mm
720 g (1.59 lb / 25.40 oz)
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 × 83 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
X2D 100C is 2mm wider, 1mm taller, and 5mm thicker than Alpha 1 II.
X2D 100C is 23 g lighter than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm X2D 100C · 83mm Alpha 1 II
Sensor size, to scale
X2D 100C
43.8 × 32.9 mm · Medium Format
1441 mm² area
Alpha 1 II
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
X2D 100C: mount data unavailable
Alpha 1 II
✓ 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
X2D 100C
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138, 98, 88
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B
Resolution
100 MP vs 50.1 MP — higher is better
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 32,000 — higher is better
ISO min (native)
64 vs 100 — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Vehicle
Burst (mechanical)
12 fps vs 10 fps — higher is better
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 94 % — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 1 II
AF low-light limit
-4 EV vs -2 EV — lower is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.1, 96.9, 82.9
AF points / zones
759 vs 117 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
Subject recognition
Adds Insect, Car/Train, Airplane
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Internal RAW video
Only Alpha 1 II supports it
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A
Both cameras share
- ✓AA filter — Both support aa filter
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 30 fps
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓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
Alpha 1 II
Pros
- ✓50MP stacked sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free burst
- ✓8K 30p video
- ✓Best Sony AF
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Complex menus
- –Large files
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for video, X2D 100C or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.5/10 versus 6.0/10 for X2D 100C — 8K recording for future-proof footage.
What's the resolution difference between the X2D 100C and Alpha 1 II?
X2D 100C is 100 MP and Alpha 1 II is 50.1 MP, so the X2D 100C captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X2D 100C and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
X2D 100C has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X2D 100C or the Alpha 1 II?
X2D 100C reaches 30 fps electronic. Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X2D 100C and Alpha 1 II?
X2D 100C weighs 720 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the X2D 100C is 23 g lighter.
Do the X2D 100C and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
X2D 100C: 4K up to 60p. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the X2D 100C and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
X2D 100C: Yes. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the X2D 100C and 520 shots for the Alpha 1 II, giving the Alpha 1 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
X2D 100C launched at $8,199 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The Alpha 1 II is $1,700 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Hasselblad and Sony press materials.