Hasselblad X1D II 50Cvs Sigma fpvs ZV-E10
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.
Vlogging & Video — ZV-E10 (2021): Purpose-built for video creators — real-time Eye AF, flip screen, and excellent 4K at a wallet-friendly price.
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
ZV-E10 (2021)
- You're starting out as a content creator and want an affordable Sony APS-C mirrorless
- You want the flexibility to grow your lens collection as your skills and needs develop
- You're primarily a video creator rather than a stills photographer
Quick take: The hasselblad x1d ii 50c has the highest resolution at 50mp; the zv-e10 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Hasselblad X1D II 50C (2019) | Sigma fp (2019) | ZV-E10 (2021) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £3,999 | £1,499 | £399 |
| Sensor | 50MP medium-format CMOS (43.8 × 32.9mm) | 24.6MP full-frame Bayer CMOS | 24.2MP APS-C Exmor CMOS |
| Resolution | 50.0MP | 24.6MP | 24.2MP |
| Video | None | 12-bit Cinema DNG RAW, 4K/24p, 1080p/120p | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF | Contrast-detect AF with face/eye detection | Phase-detect, 425 points, Real-time Eye AF |
| Stabilisation | None | None (lens-based only) | None (use OIS lenses) |
| Burst Rate | 2.7fps | 18fps electronic | 11fps |
| Battery Life | 370 shots (CIPA) | 200 shots (CIPA) | ~440 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 766g body only | 422g body only | 343g body only |
| Dimensions | 148.0 × 97.0 × 73.8mm | 112.6 × 69.9 × 45.3mm | 115.2 × 64.2 × 44.8mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No | No |
| Viewfinder | 0.87" OLED EVF, 3.69M dots | None | None |
| Screen | 3.6" touchscreen | 3.15" fixed touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen |
| 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 slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C 3.1, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm mic input, micro HDMI |
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