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
Sony
Alpha 1 II
50MP stacked flagship with 30fps RAW, 8K video, and Sony's fastest hybrid performance.
$6,499
Launch priceReleased Nov 2024
X2D II 100C is 9 months newer.
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Wins
X2D II 100C
Wins
Alpha 1 II
3 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BAlpha 1 II has higher Burst (mechanical) (10 fps vs 3 fps)
- AX2D II 100C has lower ISO min (native) (50 vs 100)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher Card slots (2 vs 1)
- BAlpha 1 II has higher EVF refresh rate (240 Hz vs 120 Hz)
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
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 × 83 mm
743 g (1.64 lb / 26.21 oz)
X2D II 100C is 8mm thinner than Alpha 1 II but it is also 12mm wider and 9mm taller.
X2D II 100C is 97 g heavier than Alpha 1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 75mm X2D II 100C · 83mm Alpha 1 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
Alpha 1 II
136 × 97 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
Alpha 1 II
136 × 83 mm
Sensor size, to scale
X2D II 100C
43.8 × 32.9 mm · Full Frame
1441 mm² area
Alpha 1 II
35.9 × 24 mm · Full Frame
862 mm² area
1.7× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
X2D II 100C: mount data unavailable
Alpha 1 II
✓ more lensesSony E
350+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
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
ISO min (native)
50 vs 100 — lower is better
Resolution
100 MP vs 50.1 MP — higher is better
EVF magnification
1 × vs 0.9 × — higher is better
AF frame coverage
100 % vs 94 % — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Alpha 1 II
AF low-light limit
-4 EV vs -2 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Animal, Bird…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 136.1, 96.9, 82.9
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type A, SD UHS-II
Burst (mechanical)
10 fps vs 3 fps — higher is better
Codecs
Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I
AA filter
Only Alpha 1 II supports it
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 30 fps
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓RAW buffer depth — Both 200 frames
- ✓Max video bit rate — Both 150 Mbps
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
Alpha 1 II
Pros
- ✓50MP stacked sensor
- ✓30fps blackout-free burst
- ✓8K 30p video
- ✓Best Sony AF
Cons
- –Very expensive
- –Complex menus
- –Large files
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 wildlife, X2D II 100C or Alpha 1 II?
Alpha 1 II scores 9.5/10 versus 5.5/10 for X2D II 100C — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the X2D II 100C and Alpha 1 II?
X2D II 100C is 100 MP and Alpha 1 II is 50.1 MP, so the X2D II 100C captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the X2D II 100C and Alpha 1 II have in-body image stabilization?
X2D II 100C has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while Alpha 1 II has 8.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the X2D II 100C or the Alpha 1 II?
X2D II 100C reaches 30 fps electronic. Alpha 1 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the X2D II 100C and Alpha 1 II?
X2D II 100C weighs 840 g and Alpha 1 II weighs 743 g, so the Alpha 1 II is 97 g lighter.
Do the X2D II 100C and Alpha 1 II record 4K video?
X2D II 100C: 4K up to 60p. Alpha 1 II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the X2D II 100C and Alpha 1 II weather sealed?
X2D II 100C: Yes. Alpha 1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 466 shots (CIPA) for the X2D II 100C and 520 shots for the Alpha 1 II, giving the Alpha 1 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
X2D II 100C launched at $8,499 and Alpha 1 II at $6,499. The Alpha 1 II is $2,000 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 Sony press materials.