X-S20vs 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?
Hybrid Photo & Video — X-S20 (2023): Fujifilm's most accessible X-series body — 7-stop IBIS, 6K video, 20 film simulations, and a user-friendly layout.
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-S20 (2023)
- Content creators who want Fujifilm colour science in a vlogging-friendly body
- Hybrid shooters who need IBIS, 6.2K video, and a fully articulating screen
- X-S10 owners looking for a meaningful upgrade with better battery and video
- Beginners who want a capable all-rounder without Fujifilm's traditional dials
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-s20 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-S20 (2023) | Hasselblad X1D II 50C (2019) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £849 | £3,999 |
| Sensor | 26.1MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 4 | 50MP medium-format CMOS (43.8 × 32.9mm) |
| Resolution | 26.1MP | 50.0MP |
| Video | 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p, F-Log2, 10-bit | None |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, 425 points, subject tracking | Contrast-detect AF |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops | None |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 2.7fps |
| Battery Life | ~750 shots (CIPA) | 370 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 491g body only | 766g body only |
| Dimensions | 126.0 × 85.1 × 65.4mm | 148.0 × 97.0 × 73.8mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification | 0.87" OLED EVF, 3.69M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.6" touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Hasselblad XCD |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Dual SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-S20 | Hasselblad X1D II 50C |
|---|---|---|
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | ||
| Street | ||
| Landscape | ||
| 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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