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
JVC
GY-HC500U
Connected Cam 1-inch camcorder with 20x zoom, 4K60p ProRes 422 10-bit, HLG/J-Log1, 3G-SDI, weather sealing, and SRT streaming.
$3,395
Launch priceReleased Sep 2019
X2D II 100C is 6 years newer.
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Wins
X2D II 100C
Wins
GY-HC500U
4 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 AF frame coverage (100 % vs 0 %)
- AX2D II 100C has higher Resolution (100 MP vs 9.35 MP)
- BGY-HC500U 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
GY-HC500U
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
X2D II 100C is 15mm wider, 15mm taller, and 3mm thicker than GY-HC500U.
X2D II 100C is 260 g heavier than GY-HC500U.
Depth (front-to-back): 75mm X2D II 100C · 72mm GY-HC500U
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
GY-HC500U
134 × 91 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
GY-HC500U
134 × 72 mm
Sensor size, to scale
X2D II 100C
43.8 × 32.9 mm · Full Frame
1441 mm² area
GY-HC500U
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
6.4× 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 II 100C
AF points / zones
425 vs 0 — higher is better
AF frame coverage
100 % 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
Resolution
100 MP vs 9.35 MP — higher is better
ISO min (native)
50 vs 100 — lower is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 120 frames — higher is better
Reasons to choose
GY-HC500U
AF low-light limit
-3 EV vs -2 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 91, 72
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II
Burst (mechanical)
8 fps vs 3 fps — higher is better
AA filter
Only GY-HC500U supports it
Internal RAW video
Only GY-HC500U supports it
Card slots
2 vs 1 — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 25,600
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
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
GY-HC500U
Pros
- ✓1-inch sensor + 20x f/2.8–4.5 zoom
- ✓4K60p Apple ProRes 422 internal
- ✓HLG / J-Log1 HDR
- ✓3G-SDI + weather-resistant body
- ✓SRT / RTMP streaming
Cons
- –Heavy at 3.6 kg configured
- –SSD ProRes needs optional adapter
- –Premium over GY-HM250
- –9.35MP effective sensor
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 GY-HC500U?
X2D II 100C scores 7.0/10 versus 3.5/10 for GY-HC500U — 100MP — massive detail for large prints.
What's the resolution difference between the X2D II 100C and GY-HC500U?
X2D II 100C is 100 MP and GY-HC500U is 9.35 MP, so the X2D II 100C captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X2D II 100C and GY-HC500U have in-body image stabilization?
X2D II 100C has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while GY-HC500U has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X2D II 100C or the GY-HC500U?
X2D II 100C reaches 30 fps electronic. GY-HC500U reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X2D II 100C and GY-HC500U?
X2D II 100C weighs 840 g and GY-HC500U weighs 580 g, so the GY-HC500U is 260 g lighter.
Do the X2D II 100C and GY-HC500U record 4K video?
X2D II 100C: 4K up to 60p. GY-HC500U: 4K up to 60p.
Are the X2D II 100C and GY-HC500U weather sealed?
X2D II 100C: Yes. GY-HC500U: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 466 shots (CIPA) for the X2D II 100C and 640 shots for the GY-HC500U, giving the GY-HC500U the edge.
How much does each cost?
X2D II 100C launched at $8,499 and GY-HC500U at $3,395. The GY-HC500U is $5,104 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 JVC press materials.