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
Insta360
GO 3S
Thumb-sized 4K POV camera with magnetic mounting, Action Pod remote preview, FlowState stabilization, and 10m waterproof body.
$400
Launch priceReleased Jun 2024
X2D II 100C is 1.3 years newer.
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Wins
X2D II 100C
Wins
GO 3S
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX2D II 100C has higher AF points / zones (425 vs 0)
- AX2D II 100C has higher Battery capacity (3400 mAh vs 310 mAh)
- AX2D II 100C has higher Resolution (100 MP vs 12 MP)
- AX2D II 100C has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 3,200)
- BGO 3S has lower Weight (135.4 g vs 840 g)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
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X2D II 100C
149 × 106 × 75 mm
840 g (1.85 lb / 29.63 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
GO 3S
54 × 25 × 26 mm
135.4 g (0.30 lb / 4.78 oz)
X2D II 100C is 94mm wider, 81mm taller, and 49mm thicker than GO 3S.
X2D II 100C is 705 g heavier than GO 3S.
Depth (front-to-back): 75mm X2D II 100C · 26mm GO 3S
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
X2D II 100C
149 × 106 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
GO 3S
54 × 25 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
X2D II 100C
149 × 75 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
GO 3S
54 × 26 mm
Sensor size, to scale
X2D II 100C
43.8 × 32.9 mm · Full Frame
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 II 100C
AF points / zones
425 vs 0 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Animals, People, Vehicles
Codecs
Adds H.265, H.264
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 148.5, 106, 75
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B
Battery capacity
3400 mAh vs 310 mAh — higher is better
Resolution
100 MP vs 12 MP — higher is better
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 3,200 — higher is better
Reasons to choose
GO 3S
Codecs
Adds H.264/AVC
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, Horizon Lock
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 54.4, 24.8, 25.6
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
135.4 g vs 840 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓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 II 100C
Pros
- ✓100MP medium format
- ✓7-stop IBIS
- ✓Faster AF than X2D
- ✓Stunning color science
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Large files
- –Not for action
GO 3S
Pros
- ✓4K30 in a 39g body
- ✓Action Pod with 2.2-inch flip screen
- ✓FlowState + Horizon Lock
- ✓10m waterproof (camera only)
- ✓140 min runtime with Action Pod
Cons
- –Tiny 1/2.3-inch sensor
- –Fixed 16mm lens
- –Action Pod not waterproof
- –Built-in storage only (64/128GB)
Decided which one is right for you?
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Hasselblad X2D II 100C
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, X2D II 100C or GO 3S?
X2D II 100C scores 7.0/10 versus 1.5/10 for GO 3S — 100MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the X2D II 100C and GO 3S?
X2D II 100C is 100 MP and GO 3S is 12 MP, so the X2D II 100C captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X2D II 100C and GO 3S have in-body image stabilization?
X2D II 100C has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while GO 3S does not have IBIS.
What's the weight difference between the X2D II 100C and GO 3S?
X2D II 100C weighs 840 g and GO 3S weighs 135.4 g, so the GO 3S is 705 g lighter.
Do the X2D II 100C and GO 3S record 4K video?
X2D II 100C: 4K up to 60p. GO 3S: 4K up to 30p.
Are the X2D II 100C and GO 3S weather sealed?
X2D II 100C: Yes. GO 3S: Yes.
How much does each cost?
X2D II 100C launched at $8,499 and GO 3S at $400. The GO 3S is $8,099 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 Insta360 press materials.