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
X4
8K 360 action camera with dual 1/2-inch sensors, 72MP photos, 4K60 single-lens mode, FlowState stabilization, and 10m waterproofing.
$499
Launch priceReleased Apr 2024
X2D II 100C is 1.4 years newer.
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Wins
X2D II 100C
Wins
X4
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX2D II 100C has higher AF points / zones (425 vs 0)
- BX4 has lower Weight (203 g vs 840 g)
- AX2D II 100C has higher ISO max (native) (25,600 vs 6,400)
- BX4 has higher Burst (mechanical) (8 fps vs 3 fps)
- 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
X4
46 × 124 × 38 mm
203 g (0.45 lb / 7.16 oz)
X2D II 100C is 18mm shorter than X4 but it is also 103mm wider and 37mm thicker.
X2D II 100C is 637 g heavier than X4.
Depth (front-to-back): 75mm X2D II 100C · 38mm X4
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
X4
46 × 124 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
X4
46 × 38 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
ISO min (native)
50 vs 100 — lower is better
Eye AF
Only X2D II 100C supports it
Animal / bird AF
Only X2D II 100C supports it
Reasons to choose
X4
Stabilization modes
Adds FlowState, 360° Horizon Lock, Active HDR
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 46, 123.6, 37.6
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
203 g vs 840 g — lower is better
Burst (mechanical)
8 fps vs 3 fps — higher is better
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
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓IBIS effectiveness — Both 7 stops
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Card slots — Both 1
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
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
X4
Pros
- ✓8K 360 video
- ✓72MP 360 photos
- ✓4K60 single-lens mode
- ✓10m waterproof
Cons
- –360 workflow needs reframing
- –8K runtime ~75 min
- –Larger than Ace Pro
Decided which one is right for you?
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Hasselblad X2D II 100C
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for portraits, X2D II 100C or X4?
X2D II 100C scores 6.0/10 versus 3.0/10 for X4 — 100MP — excellent for large prints and crops.
What's the resolution difference between the X2D II 100C and X4?
X2D II 100C is 100 MP and X4 is 72 MP, so the X2D II 100C captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X2D II 100C and X4 have in-body image stabilization?
X2D II 100C has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while X4 uses FlowState + 360° Horizon Lock (electronic).
Which shoots faster bursts — the X2D II 100C or the X4?
X2D II 100C reaches 30 fps electronic. X4 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X2D II 100C and X4?
X2D II 100C weighs 840 g and X4 weighs 203 g, so the X4 is 637 g lighter.
Do the X2D II 100C and X4 record 4K video?
X2D II 100C: 4K up to 60p. X4: 8K (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the X2D II 100C and X4 weather sealed?
X2D II 100C: Yes. X4: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 466 shots (CIPA) for the X2D II 100C and 640 shots for the X4, giving the X4 the edge.
How much does each cost?
X2D II 100C launched at $8,499 and X4 at $499. The X4 is $8,000 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.