Hasselblad X2D 100Cvs Lumix S5 IIvs A6700
Hasselblad
Hasselblad X2D 100C (2022)
From £7999
Best for Commercial, studio & fine art professionals
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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.
All-Round & Video — A6700 (2023): Best-in-class autofocus and 4K/120p video in a compact APS-C body — the standout camera under £1,000.
Who should buy what
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
A6700 (2023)
- You want a compact, travel-friendly system without sacrificing autofocus performance
- You're an enthusiast upgrading from an entry-level camera and ready for a more capable body
- You shoot wildlife or sports and want APS-C reach from a lightweight kit
- You create video content and need reliable subject and eye tracking in a small form factor
Quick take: The hasselblad x2d 100c has the highest resolution at 100mp; the a6700 is the most affordable; only the hasselblad x2d 100c, lumix s5 ii are weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Hasselblad X2D 100C (2022) | Lumix S5 II (2023) | A6700 (2023) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £7,999 | £1,999 | £999 |
| Sensor | 100MP medium-format BSI CMOS (43.8 × 32.9mm) | 24.2MP full-frame BSI CMOS | 26MP APS-C Exmor R BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 100.0MP | 24.2MP | 26.0MP |
| Video | None | 6K/30p, 4K/60p, C4K/60p, V-Log | 4K/120p, 4K/60p oversampled, S-Log3, 10-bit |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection | Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection | 759-point phase-detect, AI subject recognition (human/animal/bird/vehicle) |
| Stabilisation | 7-stop IBIS | 5-axis IBIS (up to 6.5-stop with OIS lenses) | 5-axis IBIS, 5.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | 3.3fps | 30fps electronic / 7fps mechanical | 11fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | 420 shots (CIPA) | 740 shots (CIPA) | ~570 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 895g body only | 740g body only | 493g body only |
| Dimensions | 148.5 × 106.3 × 75.0mm | 134.3 × 102.3 × 90.1mm | 122.0 × 69.0 × 75.1mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder | 0.87" OLED EVF, 5.76M dots | 0.76" OLED EVF, 3.68M dots | EVF, 2.36M dots |
| Screen | 3.6" fixed touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen |
| Mount | Hasselblad XCD | Leica L-mount | Sony E-mount |
| Memory Cards | Dual CFexpress Type B + 1TB internal SSD | Dual SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-II / CFexpress Type A 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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