Hasselblad X2D 100Cvs Lumix S5 IIvs Nikon Zf

GearFrame · Updated March 2026

Hasselblad Hasselblad X2D 100C Hasselblad Hasselblad X2D 100C (2022) From £7999 Best for Commercial, studio & fine art professionals View Hasselblad X2D 100C
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Lumix Lumix S5 II Lumix Lumix S5 II (2023) From £1999 Best for Hybrid video & photography View Lumix S5 II
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Nikon Nikon Zf Nikon Nikon Zf (2023) From £1699 Best for Street & travel photography View Nikon Zf

Which should you buy?

Commercial, Studio & Fine Art Professionals — Hasselblad X2D 100C (2022): 100MP, IBIS, and phase-detect AF in the smallest medium-format mirrorless — the X2D 100C sets the benchmark for image quality.

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.

Street & Travel Photography — Nikon Zf (2023): Full-frame performance in a stunning retro body — the Zf's 8-stop IBIS and gorgeous design make it uniquely compelling.

↓ Full specifications below

Hasselblad X2D 100C (2022)

  • You need the ultimate medium format image quality alongside modern conveniences
  • You shoot at a level where dynamic range, colour depth, and resolution are critical
  • You want the best Hasselblad mirrorless available today

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

Nikon Zf (2023)

  • You want full-frame quality in a compact, beautiful camera you'll genuinely love carrying
  • You appreciate analogue-inspired design alongside modern digital performance
  • You shoot street, travel, or lifestyle and want a camera that feels special to use

Quick take: The hasselblad x2d 100c has the highest resolution at 100mp; the nikon zf is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.

Full specifications

Specification Hasselblad X2D 100C (2022)Lumix S5 II (2023)Nikon Zf (2023)
Price £7,999 £1,999 £1,699
Sensor 100MP medium-format BSI CMOS (43.8 × 32.9mm) 24.2MP full-frame BSI CMOS 24.5MP Full-frame BSI CMOS
Resolution 100.0MP 24.2MP 24.5MP
Video None 6K/30p, 4K/60p, C4K/60p, V-Log 4K/30p oversampled, FHD/120p, N-Log, 10-bit
Autofocus Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection Phase-detect 273 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle)
Stabilisation 7-stop IBIS 5-axis IBIS (up to 6.5-stop with OIS lenses) 5-axis IBIS, 8.0 stops
Burst Rate 3.3fps 30fps electronic / 7fps mechanical 14fps mechanical, 30fps electronic
Battery Life 420 shots (CIPA) 740 shots (CIPA) ~380 shots (CIPA)
Weight 895g body only 740g body only 710g with battery
Dimensions 148.5 × 106.3 × 75.0mm 134.3 × 102.3 × 90.1mm 144.0 × 103.0 × 49.0mm
Weather Sealed Yes Yes Yes
Viewfinder 0.87" OLED EVF, 5.76M dots 0.76" OLED EVF, 3.68M dots EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.80× magnification
Screen 3.6" fixed touchscreen 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen 3.2" vari-angle touchscreen
Mount Hasselblad XCD Leica L-mount Nikon Z-mount (full-frame)
Memory Cards Dual CFexpress Type B + 1TB internal SSD Dual SD UHS-II Single SD UHS-II slot
Connectivity USB-C 3.2, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
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