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
Panasonic
Lumix S5 II
Phase-detect L-mount hybrid with 6K open gate and strong video tools.
$1,999
Launch priceReleased Jan 2023
X2D II 100C is 2.7 years newer.
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Wins
X2D II 100C
Wins
Lumix S5 II
5 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- AX2D II 100C has higher Resolution (100 MP vs 24.2 MP)
- BLumix S5 II has higher Burst (mechanical) (9 fps vs 3 fps)
- AX2D II 100C has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 100)
- BLumix S5 II has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 25,600)
- BLumix S5 II has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
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
Lumix S5 II
134 × 102 × 90 mm
740 g (1.63 lb / 26.10 oz)
X2D II 100C is 15mm thinner than Lumix S5 II but it is also 14mm wider and 4mm taller.
X2D II 100C is 100 g heavier than Lumix S5 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 75mm X2D II 100C · 90mm Lumix S5 II
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
Lumix S5 II
134 × 102 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
Lumix S5 II
134 × 90 mm
Sensor size, to scale
X2D II 100C
43.8 × 32.9 mm · Full Frame
1441 mm² area
Lumix S5 II
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
1.7× 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
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 24.2 MP — higher is better
ISO min (native)
50 vs 100 — lower is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only X2D II 100C supports it
EVF resolution
5,760,000 vs 3,680,000 — higher is better
IBIS effectiveness
7 stops vs 5 stops — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix S5 II
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -2 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Face, Eye…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134.3, 102.3, 90.1
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II, SD UHS-II
Burst (mechanical)
9 fps vs 3 fps — higher is better
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Internal RAW video
Only Lumix S5 II supports it
Codecs
Adds MOV, MP4
Both cameras share
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 30 fps
- ✓RAW buffer depth — Both 200 frames
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
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
Lumix S5 II
Pros
- ✓Phase-detect AF finally
- ✓6K open gate
- ✓IBIS
- ✓Great value
Cons
- –24MP resolution
- –L-mount size
- –AF still behind Canon/Sony
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 portraits, X2D II 100C or Lumix S5 II?
Lumix S5 II scores 8.5/10 versus 6.0/10 for X2D II 100C — 24.2MP — solid resolution.
What's the resolution difference between the X2D II 100C and Lumix S5 II?
X2D II 100C is 100 MP and Lumix S5 II is 24.2 MP, so the X2D II 100C captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X2D II 100C and Lumix S5 II have in-body image stabilization?
X2D II 100C has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while Lumix S5 II has 5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X2D II 100C or the Lumix S5 II?
X2D II 100C reaches 30 fps electronic. Lumix S5 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X2D II 100C and Lumix S5 II?
X2D II 100C weighs 840 g and Lumix S5 II weighs 740 g, so the Lumix S5 II is 100 g lighter.
Do the X2D II 100C and Lumix S5 II record 4K video?
X2D II 100C: 4K up to 60p. Lumix S5 II: 6K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the X2D II 100C and Lumix S5 II weather sealed?
X2D II 100C: Yes. Lumix S5 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 466 shots (CIPA) for the X2D II 100C and 370 shots for the Lumix S5 II, giving the X2D II 100C the edge.
How much does each cost?
X2D II 100C launched at $8,499 and Lumix S5 II at $1,999. The Lumix S5 II is $6,500 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Hasselblad and Panasonic press materials.