Hasselblad X2D 100Cvs Nikon Zfcvs A7C II
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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.
Lifestyle, Street & Casual Shooters — Nikon Zfc (2021): Nikon's most beautiful camera — FM2-inspired dials and styling wrapped around a capable modern sensor with Z-mount access.
Full-Frame Hybrid — A7C II (2023): Full-frame AI autofocus in the most compact body available — the best camera under £1,500 for hybrid shooters.
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
Nikon Zfc (2021)
- You want an APS-C camera with character, physical controls, and a classic look
- You're new to serious photography and want something you'll be motivated to pick up every day
- You appreciate Nikon's FM-inspired retro design in a modern mirrorless package
A7C II (2023)
- You want full-frame image quality in the most compact body possible
- You travel constantly and need a serious camera that doesn't weigh down your bag
- You're a portrait or lifestyle photographer who shoots on the move
- You create content for social media or YouTube and want full-frame quality in a vlog-friendly form
Quick take: The hasselblad x2d 100c has the highest resolution at 100mp; the nikon zfc is the most affordable; only the hasselblad x2d 100c is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Hasselblad X2D 100C (2022) | Nikon Zfc (2021) | A7C II (2023) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £7,999 | £799 | £1,499 |
| Sensor | 100MP medium-format BSI CMOS (43.8 × 32.9mm) | 20.9MP APS-C CMOS | 33MP Full-frame Exmor R BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 100.0MP | 20.9MP | 33.0MP |
| Video | None | 4K/30p (slight crop), 1080p/120p | 4K/60p oversampled, S-Log3, 10-bit internal |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection | Hybrid phase/contrast AF with subject detection | 759-point phase-detect, AI subject recognition |
| Stabilisation | 7-stop IBIS | None (lens-based only) | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | 3.3fps | 11fps | 10fps mechanical, 30fps electronic |
| Battery Life | 420 shots (CIPA) | 300 shots (CIPA) | ~530 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 895g body only | 445g body only | 514g body only |
| Dimensions | 148.5 × 106.3 × 75.0mm | 134.5 × 93.5 × 43.5mm | 124.0 × 71.1 × 63.4mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | No | No |
| Viewfinder | 0.87" OLED EVF, 5.76M dots | 0.39" OLED EVF, 2.36M dots | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.70× magnification |
| Screen | 3.6" fixed touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen |
| Mount | Hasselblad XCD | Nikon Z-mount | Sony FE (full-frame E-mount) |
| Memory Cards | Dual CFexpress Type B + 1TB internal SSD | Single UHS-I SD | Dual slots: SD UHS-II + CFexpress Type A |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C (3.2), Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
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