Hasselblad 907X & CFV 100Cvs OM System TG-7vs Pentax K-3 Mark III
Hasselblad
Hasselblad 907X & CFV 100C (2023)
From £8999
Best for Collectors, fine art & V-system users
View Hasselblad 907X & CFV 100C
OM System
OM System TG-7 (2023)
From £449
Best for Adventure, underwater & outdoor use
View OM System TG-7
Pentax
Pentax K-3 Mark III (2021)
From £1699
Best for DSLR enthusiasts & outdoor photographers
View Pentax K-3 Mark III
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.
Adventure, Underwater & Outdoor Use — OM System TG-7 (2023): Waterproof to 15m, freezeproof and shockproof — the TG-7 is the most capable rugged compact for adventure and outdoor use.
Dslr Enthusiasts & Outdoor Photographers — Pentax K-3 Mark III (2021): The finest APS-C DSLR ever made — class-leading weather sealing, optical viewfinder, 5-axis IBIS, and extraordinary build for photographers committed to DSLR.
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
OM System TG-7 (2023)
- You dive, surf, kayak, ski, or hike and need a camera that genuinely survives anything
- You want a waterproof backup or travel camera that doesn't require a separate housing
- You need a rugged compact for adventure, outdoor, and underwater activities
Pentax K-3 Mark III (2021)
- You're a committed DSLR photographer with significant investment in Pentax glass
- You shoot in extreme weather conditions and place build quality and reliability above everything
- You prefer optical viewfinder performance and want the best modern APS-C DSLR available
Quick take: The hasselblad 907x & cfv 100c has the highest resolution at 100mp; the om system tg-7 is the most affordable; only the om system tg-7, pentax k-3 mark iii are weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Hasselblad 907X & CFV 100C (2023) | OM System TG-7 (2023) | Pentax K-3 Mark III (2021) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £8,999 | £449 | £1,699 |
| Sensor | 100MP medium-format BSI CMOS (43.8 × 32.9mm) | 12MP BSI CMOS | 25.7MP APS-C BSI CMOS (AA-filterless) |
| Resolution | 100.0MP | 12.0MP | 25.7MP |
| Video | None | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Manual focus (V-system lenses) / contrast AF (XCD) | Hybrid phase/contrast AF | SAFOX 13 phase-detect, 101-point (25 cross-type) |
| Stabilisation | None | Digital IS | 5.5-stop 5-axis IBIS (Shake Reduction III) |
| Burst Rate | 2.7fps | 20fps | 12fps |
| Battery Life | 350 shots (CIPA) | 340 shots (CIPA) | 800 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 1100g (body + back) | 253g | 820g body only |
| Dimensions | 97.0 × 97.0 × 63.0mm (body only) | 113.0 × 66.5 × 32.7mm | 134.5 × 103.5 × 73.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | External EVF sold separately | None | Optical pentaprism, 100% coverage, 1.05× magnification |
| Screen | 2.36" rear LCD on 907X + 3.0" on CFV 100C | 3.0" fixed TFT LCD | 3.2" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Hasselblad V-mount (+ XCD adapter) | Fixed 25mm-equiv f/2.0 lens (4× optical zoom) | Pentax KF-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single CFexpress Type B + 1TB internal SSD | Single SD UHS-I | Dual SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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