Hasselblad X1D II 50Cvs Leica M11vs A7C II
Hasselblad
Hasselblad X1D II 50C (2019)
From £3999
Best for Fine art, portrait & entry-level medium format
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Which should you buy?
Fine Art, Portrait & Entry-Level Medium Format — Hasselblad X1D II 50C (2019): The most accessible Hasselblad XCD body — 50MP medium-format quality for those who cannot stretch to the X2D 100C.
Rangefinder Enthusiasts & Collectors — Leica M11 (2022): 60MP of full-frame resolution in the thinnest digital M ever made — the M11 is the definitive expression of Leica's rangefinder tradition.
Full-Frame Hybrid — A7C II (2023): Full-frame AI autofocus in the most compact body available — the best camera under £1,500 for hybrid shooters.
Who should buy what
Hasselblad X1D II 50C (2019)
- You want Hasselblad's legendary colour rendition in a modern mirrorless body
- You shoot portrait, landscape, or fine art photography at a professional level
- You value the camera as an object — aesthetics and build quality matter as much as specs
Leica M11 (2022)
- You shoot street, documentary, or reportage and prefer manual focus discipline
- You value a discreet, minimal camera that doesn't draw attention in public
- You're willing to invest time in the rangefinder learning curve for a uniquely rewarding experience
A7C II (2023)
- You want full-frame image quality in the most compact body possible
- You travel constantly and need a serious camera that doesn't weigh down your bag
- You're a portrait or lifestyle photographer who shoots on the move
- You create content for social media or YouTube and want full-frame quality in a vlog-friendly form
Quick take: The leica m11 has the highest resolution at 60mp; the a7c ii is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Hasselblad X1D II 50C (2019) | Leica M11 (2022) | A7C II (2023) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £3,999 | £7,999 | £1,499 |
| Sensor | 50MP medium-format CMOS (43.8 × 32.9mm) | 60MP full-frame BSI CMOS (Tri-resolution: 60/36/18MP) | 33MP Full-frame Exmor R BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 50.0MP | 60.0MP | 33.0MP |
| Video | None | None | 4K/60p oversampled, S-Log3, 10-bit internal |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF | Manual focus only (rangefinder coupled) | 759-point phase-detect, AI subject recognition |
| Stabilisation | None | None | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | 2.7fps | 4.5fps | 10fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | 370 shots (CIPA) | 700 shots (CIPA) | ~530 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 766g body only | 530g body only | 514g body only |
| Dimensions | 148.0 × 97.0 × 73.8mm | 138.6 × 80.0 × 38.5mm | 124.0 × 71.1 × 63.4mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No | No |
| Viewfinder | 0.87" OLED EVF, 3.69M dots | Optical rangefinder (0.73× magnification) | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.70× magnification |
| Screen | 3.6" touchscreen | 2.3" fixed TFT LCD | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen |
| Mount | Hasselblad XCD | Leica M-mount | Sony FE (full-frame E-mount) |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-II + 64GB internal storage | Dual slots: SD UHS-II + CFexpress Type A |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C (3.2), Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
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