Hasselblad X1D II 50Cvs Lumix S5 IIvs Pentax K-3 Mark III
Hasselblad
Hasselblad X1D II 50C (2019)
From £3999
Best for Fine art, portrait & entry-level medium format
View Hasselblad X1D II 50C
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?
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.
Hybrid Video & Photography — Lumix S5 II (2023): Phase-detect AF changed everything for Lumix — the S5 II delivers exceptional hybrid performance with 6K video and genuine full-frame value.
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 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
Lumix S5 II (2023)
- You want a capable full-frame hybrid with strong video credentials and reliable autofocus
- You're considering switching from Sony or Canon and want something genuinely different
- You shoot weddings, events, or documentary and need dependable full-frame performance
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 x1d ii 50c has the highest resolution at 50mp; the pentax k-3 mark iii is the most affordable; only the lumix s5 ii, pentax k-3 mark iii are weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Hasselblad X1D II 50C (2019) | Lumix S5 II (2023) | Pentax K-3 Mark III (2021) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £3,999 | £1,999 | £1,699 |
| Sensor | 50MP medium-format CMOS (43.8 × 32.9mm) | 24.2MP full-frame BSI CMOS | 25.7MP APS-C BSI CMOS (AA-filterless) |
| Resolution | 50.0MP | 24.2MP | 25.7MP |
| Video | None | 6K/30p, 4K/60p, C4K/60p, V-Log | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF | Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection | SAFOX 13 phase-detect, 101-point (25 cross-type) |
| Stabilisation | None | 5-axis IBIS (up to 6.5-stop with OIS lenses) | 5.5-stop 5-axis IBIS (Shake Reduction III) |
| Burst Rate | 2.7fps | 30fps electronic / 7fps mechanical | 12fps |
| Battery Life | 370 shots (CIPA) | 740 shots (CIPA) | 800 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 766g body only | 740g body only | 820g body only |
| Dimensions | 148.0 × 97.0 × 73.8mm | 134.3 × 102.3 × 90.1mm | 134.5 × 103.5 × 73.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | 0.87" OLED EVF, 3.69M dots | 0.76" OLED EVF, 3.68M dots | Optical pentaprism, 100% coverage, 1.05× magnification |
| Screen | 3.6" touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.2" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Hasselblad XCD | Leica L-mount | Pentax KF-mount |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II | Dual SD UHS-II | Dual SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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