Hasselblad 907X & CFV 100Cvs Leica Q3vs Z50 II
Hasselblad
Hasselblad 907X & CFV 100C (2023)
From £8999
Best for Collectors, fine art & V-system users
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Which should you buy?
Collectors, Fine Art & V-System Users — Hasselblad 907X & CFV 100C (2023): An engineering icon — the 907X + CFV 100C bridges Hasselblad V lenses from 1957 with a 100MP digital back in a form that is unmistakably Hasselblad.
Travel, Street & Premium Compact Shooters — Leica Q3 (2023): 60MP, Summilux 28mm, IBIS, and weather sealing — the Q3 is the ultimate fixed-lens camera for those who can justify the cost.
All-Round Photography — Z50 II (2024): Nikon's updated APS-C body with 4K/60p, improved subject tracking, and a vari-angle screen — a solid all-rounder.
Who should buy what
Hasselblad 907X & CFV 100C (2023)
- You already own Hasselblad V-System lenses and want to bring them into the digital age
- You want a unique camera that produces world-class images and starts conversations
- You shoot studio or fine art where nothing but the absolute best will do
Leica Q3 (2023)
- You want a single camera that's ready for anything, anywhere — no lens changes needed
- You shoot street, travel, or documentary and want full-frame quality in a compact body
- You appreciate Leica optical quality and are comfortable committing to one focal length
Z50 II (2024)
- You want a capable APS-C camera for travel, street, or everyday shooting
- You want improved autofocus over older Nikon APS-C bodies like the Z50 or Zfc
- You want a compact Nikon mirrorless body that uses the full Z lens system
Quick take: The hasselblad 907x & cfv 100c has the highest resolution at 100mp; the z50 ii is the most affordable; only the leica q3 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Hasselblad 907X & CFV 100C (2023) | Leica Q3 (2023) | Z50 II (2024) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £8,999 | £5,999 | £899 |
| Sensor | 100MP medium-format BSI CMOS (43.8 × 32.9mm) | 60MP full-frame BSI CMOS | 20.9MP APS-C CMOS |
| Resolution | 100.0MP | 60.0MP | 20.9MP |
| Video | None | 8K/30p, 4K/60p, C4K/60p | 4K/60p uncropped, 1080p/120p, N-Log |
| Autofocus | Manual focus (V-system lenses) / contrast AF (XCD) | Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection | Phase-detect, 249 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | None | 5.5-stop IBIS | None (no IBIS) |
| Burst Rate | 2.7fps | 15fps | 11fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | 350 shots (CIPA) | 380 shots (CIPA) | ~330 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 1100g (body + back) | 743g | 385g body only |
| Dimensions | 97.0 × 97.0 × 63.0mm (body only) | 130.0 × 80.3 × 91.0mm | 127.0 × 96.8 × 66.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | External EVF sold separately | 0.787" OLED EVF, 5.76M dots | EVF, 2.36M dots |
| Screen | 2.36" rear LCD on 907X + 3.0" on CFV 100C | 3.0" fixed touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Hasselblad V-mount (+ XCD adapter) | Fixed Summilux 28mm f/1.7 ASPH | Nikon Z-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single CFexpress Type B + 1TB internal SSD | Single SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C 3.1, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
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