X-E3vs Hasselblad X1D II 50C
Hasselblad
Hasselblad X1D II 50C (2019)
Starting from £3999 new
Best for Fine art, portrait & entry-level medium format
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Street & Travel — X-E3 (2017): The X-E3 is the lightest Fujifilm interchangeable-lens camera with the 24.3MP X-Trans III sensor. Its slim, compact body appeals to street photographers who find the X-T line too bulky. The touchscreen joystick and Bluetooth connection are welcome additions. 4K is technically available but limited to 15fps — this is a stills-first camera. An excellent compact travel camera at used-market prices.
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.
Who should buy what
X-E3 (2017)
- Street photographers who want Fujifilm colours
- Travel photographers prioritising size
- Minimalist camera users
Hasselblad X1D II 50C (2019)
- Photographers entering medium format for the first time without full Hasselblad pricing
- Portrait and landscape photographers who want 50MP medium-format files
- X2D 100C buyers on a budget who can live with 50MP over 100MP
- Professionals who want Hasselblad colour and build at a more accessible price
Quick take: The hasselblad x1d ii 50c has the highest resolution at 50mp; the x-e3 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-E3 (2017) | Hasselblad X1D II 50C (2019) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £300 | £3,999 |
| Sensor | 24.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS III | 50MP medium-format CMOS (43.8 × 32.9mm) |
| Resolution | 24.3MP | 50.0MP |
| Video | 4K/15p, 1080p/60p | None |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect AF, face detection | Contrast-detect AF |
| Stabilisation | None | None |
| Burst Rate | 8fps (electronic shutter up to 14fps) | 2.7fps |
| Battery Life | ~350 shots (CIPA) | 370 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 337g (body only) | 766g body only |
| Dimensions | 121.3 × 73.9 × 42.7mm | 148.0 × 97.0 × 73.8mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | 0.87" OLED EVF, 3.69M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" touchscreen (fixed), 1.04M dots | 3.6" touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Hasselblad XCD |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-II slot | Dual SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB 3.0, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-E3 | Hasselblad X1D II 50C |
|---|---|---|
| Street | ||
| Travel | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Casual | — | |
| Landscape | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Sports & Action | ||
| Architecture | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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