Hasselblad X1D II 50Cvs Sigma fpvs A6400
Hasselblad
Hasselblad X1D II 50C (2019)
From £3999
Best for Fine art, portrait & entry-level medium format
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Sigma
Sigma fp (2019)
From £1499
Best for Creative filmmakers & experimental photographers
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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.
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.
Content Creation & Vlogging — A6400 (2019): The best value APS-C Sony you can buy — especially used. Real-time Eye AF at this price point was transformative when it launched and still makes it one of the most reliable autofocus systems in the lineup.
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
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
A6400 (2019)
- Vloggers and content creators who need a flip screen and reliable AF
- Photographers upgrading from a compact or smartphone
- Beginners who want room to grow into a full E-mount lens ecosystem
- Anyone prioritising autofocus performance at an accessible price
Quick take: The hasselblad x1d ii 50c has the highest resolution at 50mp; the a6400 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Hasselblad X1D II 50C (2019) | Sigma fp (2019) | A6400 (2019) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £3,999 | £1,499 | £899 |
| Sensor | 50MP medium-format CMOS (43.8 × 32.9mm) | 24.6MP full-frame Bayer CMOS | 24.2MP APS-C Exmor CMOS BSI |
| Resolution | 50.0MP | 24.6MP | 24.2MP |
| Video | None | 12-bit Cinema DNG RAW, 4K/24p, 1080p/120p | 4K/30p (6K oversampled, no crop), 1080p/120p slow-motion |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF | Contrast-detect AF with face/eye detection | Phase-detect, 425 points, real-time Eye AF & animal AF |
| Stabilisation | None | None (lens-based only) | None (no IBIS) |
| Burst Rate | 2.7fps | 18fps electronic | 11fps mechanical, 8fps with AF tracking |
| Battery Life | 370 shots (CIPA) | 200 shots (CIPA) | ~410 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 766g body only | 422g body only | 403g (body, battery, card) |
| Dimensions | 148.0 × 97.0 × 73.8mm | 112.6 × 69.9 × 45.3mm | 120.0 × 66.9 × 59.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No | No |
| Viewfinder | 0.87" OLED EVF, 3.69M dots | None | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.70× magnification |
| Screen | 3.6" touchscreen | 3.15" fixed touchscreen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen, 180° flip for selfie/vlog, 921k dots |
| Mount | Hasselblad XCD | Leica L-mount | Sony E-mount |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-II + CFexpress Type B (via adapter) | Single SD UHS-I |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C 3.1, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Micro-USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC |
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