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
X3
5.7K 360 camera with dual 1/2-inch 48MP sensors, 72MP photos, 4K single-lens mode, and IPX8 10m waterproofing.
$449
Launch priceReleased Sep 2022
X2D II 100C is 3 years newer.
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Wins
X2D II 100C
Wins
X3
1 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX2D II 100C has higher AF points / zones (425 vs 0)
- BX3 has lower Weight (180 g vs 840 g)
- AX2D II 100C has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 6,400)
- AX2D II 100C has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 60 frames)
- AX2D II 100C has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 100)
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
X3
46 × 114 × 33 mm
180 g (0.40 lb / 6.35 oz)
X2D II 100C is 8mm shorter than X3 but it is also 103mm wider and 42mm thicker.
X2D II 100C is 660 g heavier than X3.
Depth (front-to-back): 75mm X2D II 100C · 33mm X3
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
X3
46 × 114 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
X3
46 × 33 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
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 148.5, 106, 75
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B
ISO max (native)
25,600 vs 6,400 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 60 frames — higher is better
ISO min (native)
50 vs 100 — lower is better
Eye AF
Only X2D II 100C supports it
Reasons to choose
X3
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, 360° Horizon Lock, Active HDR
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 46, 114, 33.1
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
180 g vs 840 g — lower is better
Burst (mechanical)
6 fps vs 3 fps — higher is better
Internal RAW video
Only X3 supports it
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 466 shots — higher is better
Max video bit rate
200 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓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
X3
Pros
- ✓72MP 360 photos
- ✓5.7K60 360 video
- ✓Great value used
- ✓10m waterproof
Cons
- –No 8K vs X4
- –Single-lens capped at 4K30
- –Older AI editing
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, X2D II 100C or X3?
X2D II 100C scores 8.5/10 versus 5.0/10 for X3 — 30fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the X2D II 100C and X3?
X2D II 100C is 100 MP and X3 is 72 MP, so the X2D II 100C captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X2D II 100C and X3 have in-body image stabilization?
X2D II 100C has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while X3 uses FlowState + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic).
Which shoots faster bursts — the X2D II 100C or the X3?
X2D II 100C reaches 30 fps electronic. X3 reaches 15 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X2D II 100C and X3?
X2D II 100C weighs 840 g and X3 weighs 180 g, so the X3 is 660 g lighter.
Do the X2D II 100C and X3 record 4K video?
X2D II 100C: 4K up to 60p. X3: 4K up to 30p.
Are the X2D II 100C and X3 weather sealed?
X2D II 100C: Yes. X3: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 466 shots (CIPA) for the X2D II 100C and 640 shots for the X3, giving the X3 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X2D II 100C launched at $8,499 and X3 at $449. The X3 is $8,050 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.