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Hasselblad

X2D II 100C

Second-gen 100MP medium format flagship with faster AF, improved IBIS, and Hasselblad Natural Colour.

$8,499

Launch price

Released Sep 2025

vs
Alpha 7R VI

Sony

Alpha 7R VI

66.8MP stacked full-frame high-resolution body with 30fps bursts, 8K 30p, 4K 120p, and Sony's AI processing unit.

$4,499

Launch price

Released Jun 2026

Alpha 7R VI is 9 months newer.

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Wins

4categories

X2D II 100C

WildlifeSports & Action

Wins

8categories

Alpha 7R VI

PortraitVideo & Hybrid

2 categories tied

Which would you choose?

TL;DR — Key differences

X2D II 100C wins 1 categories·Alpha 7R VI wins 4 categories
  • BAlpha 7R VI has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 117)
  • BAlpha 7R VI has higher Max video bit rate (600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
  • BAlpha 7R VI has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
  • BAlpha 7R VI has higher EVF resolution (9,437,184 vs 5,760,000)
  • AX2D II 100C has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 32,000)

Key specs at a glance

X2D II 100CAlpha 7R VI
Resolution100 MP66.8 MP
Sensor43.8 × 32.9 mmFull Frame
ISO max51,20032,000
Burst30 fps30 fps
4K60 fps120 fps
IBIS7-stopYes
Weight895 g713 g
Battery520 shots600 shots

Size and weight, to scale

X2D II 100C

150 × 104 × 77 mm

895 g (1.97 lb / 31.57 oz)

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

for scale

Alpha 7R VI front view

Alpha 7R VI

133 × 97 × 83 mm

713 g (1.57 lb / 25.15 oz)

X2D II 100C is 6mm thinner than Alpha 7R VI but it is also 17mm wider and 7mm taller.

X2D II 100C is 182 g heavier than Alpha 7R VI.

Depth (front-to-back): 77mm X2D II 100C · 83mm Alpha 7R VI

Back view, to scale

Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.

X2D II 100C

150 × 104 mm

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

Alpha 7R VI back view

Alpha 7R VI

133 × 97 mm

Top view, to scale

Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.

X2D II 100C

150 × 77 mm

Credit card shown to scale as a size reference (ISO 7810, 85.6 × 54 mm)

Credit card

85.6 × 54 mm

Alpha 7R VI top view

Alpha 7R VI

133 × 83 mm

Sensor size, to scale

X2D II 100C

43.8 × 32.9 mm · Medium Format

1441 mm² area

Alpha 7R VI

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 7R VI

✓ more lenses

Sony E

350+

native lenses available

80 first-party270 third-party

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

Use caseX2D II 100CAlpha 7R VI
Portrait
6.0Good
8.5Excellent✓ wins
Sports & Action
8.0Excellent✓ wins
7.0Good
Video & Hybrid
6.0Good
8.0Excellent✓ wins
Landscape
8.0Excellent✓ wins
7.5Good
Travel
5.0Fair
5.0Fair
Wildlife
10.0Excellent✓ wins
6.5Good
Vlogging
5.5Fair
5.5Fair

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose

X2D II 100C

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 150, 104, 77

  • Card types

    Adds CFexpress Type B, SD UHS-II

  • Pre-Capture / Pre-Release

    Only X2D II 100C supports it

  • Weather sealing

    Only X2D II 100C supports it

  • ISO max (native)

    51,200 vs 32,000 — higher is better

  • ISO min (native)

    64 vs 100 — lower is better

  • Resolution

    100 MP vs 66.8 MP — higher is better

  • RAW buffer depth

    200 frames vs 150 frames — higher is better

Reasons to choose

Alpha 7R VI

  • AF low-light limit

    -6 EV vs -2 EV — lower is better

  • Dimensions (W×H×D mm)

    Adds 132.7, 96.9, 82.9

  • Card types

    Adds CFexpress Type A, SDXC UHS-II

  • AF points / zones

    759 vs 117 — higher is better

  • Max video bit rate

    600 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better

  • Codecs

    Adds XAVC HS, XAVC S, XAVC S-I

  • 4K max frame rate

    120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better

  • EVF resolution

    9,437,184 vs 5,760,000 — higher is better

Both cameras share

  • Eye AFBoth support eye af
  • Animal / bird AFBoth support animal / bird af
  • Burst (electronic)Both 30 fps
  • In-body stabilization (IBIS)Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
  • Card slotsBoth 2
  • TouchscreenBoth 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

Alpha 7R VI

Pros

  • 66.8MP stacked full-frame sensor
  • 30fps blackout-free electronic burst
  • 8K 30p and 4K 120p video
  • 5-axis sensor-shift stabilization
  • 9.44M-dot HDR OLED EVF

Cons

  • Very expensive
  • Large files demand fast cards and storage
  • 8K workflow can be heavy

Decided which one is right for you?

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Full specifications

= category winner

X2D II 100C
Alpha 7R VI
Resolution
100 MP+50%
66.8 MP
Sensor type
Medium Format CMOS
Full-Frame Stacked CMOS
Sensor size
43.8 × 32.9 mm
35.9 × 24.0 mm
AA filter
No
No
X2D II 100C
Alpha 7R VI
Processor
Image processor
BIONZ XR with AI processing unit
X2D II 100C
Alpha 7R VI
ISO min (native)
64−36 less
100
ISO max (native)
51,200+0.7 stops
32,000
ISO max (expanded)
102,400
102,400
X2D II 100C
Alpha 7R VI
Shutter type
Mechanical + Electronic
Mechanical focal plane shutter + electronic rolling shutter
Max mechanical speed
1/8000 sec
1/8000 sec
Max electronic speed
1/32000 sec

Frequently asked

Quick answers generated from verified specs.

Which is better for wildlife, X2D II 100C or Alpha 7R VI?

X2D II 100C scores 10.0/10 versus 6.5/10 for Alpha 7R VI — 30fps burst captures fleeting moments.

What's the resolution difference between the X2D II 100C and Alpha 7R VI?

X2D II 100C is 100 MP and Alpha 7R VI is 66.8 MP, so the X2D II 100C captures more detail for cropping and large prints.

Do the X2D II 100C and Alpha 7R VI have in-body image stabilization?

X2D II 100C has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while Alpha 7R VI has in-body image stabilization.

Which shoots faster bursts — the X2D II 100C or the Alpha 7R VI?

X2D II 100C reaches 30 fps electronic. Alpha 7R VI reaches 30 fps electronic.

What's the weight difference between the X2D II 100C and Alpha 7R VI?

X2D II 100C weighs 895 g and Alpha 7R VI weighs 713 g, so the Alpha 7R VI is 182 g lighter.

Do the X2D II 100C and Alpha 7R VI record 4K video?

X2D II 100C: 4K up to 60p. Alpha 7R VI: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.

Are the X2D II 100C and Alpha 7R VI weather sealed?

X2D II 100C: Yes. Alpha 7R VI: No.

Which has better battery life?

Rated battery life is 520 shots (CIPA) for the X2D II 100C and 600 shots for the Alpha 7R VI, giving the Alpha 7R VI the edge.

How much does each cost?

X2D II 100C launched at $8,499 and Alpha 7R VI at $4,499. The Alpha 7R VI is $4,000 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 Sony press materials.