EOS R50vs Hasselblad X2D 100Cvs Sigma fp
Hasselblad
Hasselblad X2D 100C (2022)
From £7999
Best for Commercial, studio & fine art professionals
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Sigma
Sigma fp (2019)
From £1499
Best for Creative filmmakers & experimental photographers
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Which should you buy?
Beginners & Family — EOS R50 (2023): Canon's most beginner-friendly RF body — Dual Pixel AF and beautiful colour science in an approachable package.
Commercial, Studio & Fine Art Professionals — Hasselblad X2D 100C (2022): 100MP, IBIS, and phase-detect AF in the smallest medium-format mirrorless — the X2D 100C sets the benchmark for image quality.
Creative Filmmakers & Experimental Photographers — Sigma fp (2019): The smallest full-frame camera in the world — Cinema DNG RAW and L-mount flexibility in a pocket-sized body that rewards creative shooters.
Who should buy what
EOS R50 (2023)
- You're completely new to mirrorless cameras and want something uncomplicated
- You create vertical content for TikTok, Instagram Reels, or YouTube Shorts
- You want great autofocus without needing to understand complex menus
Hasselblad X2D 100C (2022)
- You need the ultimate medium format image quality alongside modern conveniences
- You shoot at a level where dynamic range, colour depth, and resolution are critical
- You want the best Hasselblad mirrorless available today
Sigma fp (2019)
- You're a filmmaker building a cinema rig where the smallest full-frame body is essential
- You want L-mount compatibility to pair with Sigma Art or Leica SL lenses
- You prioritise video and cinema colour over stills ergonomics and functionality
Quick take: The hasselblad x2d 100c has the highest resolution at 100mp; the eos r50 is the most affordable; only the hasselblad x2d 100c is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS R50 (2023) | Hasselblad X2D 100C (2022) | Sigma fp (2019) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £599 | £7,999 | £1,499 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP APS-C CMOS | 100MP medium-format BSI CMOS (43.8 × 32.9mm) | 24.6MP full-frame Bayer CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 100.0MP | 24.6MP |
| Video | 4K/30p (uncropped 4K/24p), FHD/60p | None | 12-bit Cinema DNG RAW, 4K/24p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, face/eye/subject tracking | Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection | Contrast-detect AF with face/eye detection |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | 7-stop IBIS | None (lens-based only) |
| Burst Rate | 12fps mechanical, 15fps electronic | 3.3fps | 18fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~380 shots (CIPA) | 420 shots (CIPA) | 200 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 375g body only | 895g body only | 422g body only |
| Dimensions | 116.3 × 85.5 × 68.8mm | 148.5 × 106.3 × 75.0mm | 112.6 × 69.9 × 45.3mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots | 0.87" OLED EVF, 5.76M dots | None |
| Screen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen | 3.6" fixed touchscreen | 3.15" fixed touchscreen |
| Mount | Canon RF-S / RF | Hasselblad XCD | Leica L-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II slot | Dual CFexpress Type B + 1TB internal SSD | Single SD UHS-II + CFexpress Type B (via adapter) |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C 3.2, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C 3.1, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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