X-T50vs Hasselblad X1D II 50C
Fujifilm
X-T50 (2024)
Starting from £1099 new
Best for Enthusiast photographers who prioritise style and resolution
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VS
Hasselblad
Hasselblad X1D II 50C (2019)
Starting from £3999 new
Best for Fine art, portrait & entry-level medium format
View Hasselblad X1D II 50C
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Enthusiast Photographers Who Prioritise Style And Resolution — X-T50 (2024): The most stylish 40MP camera available — a Film Simulation dial, a compact body, and flagship sensor quality.
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-T50 (2024)
- Fujifilm fans who want the latest 40MP sensor in the most stylish body
- Photographers who value the Film Simulation dial for quick creative control
- Travel and street shooters who want a compact, eye-catching camera
- X-T30 II or X-S20 owners looking for a meaningful resolution upgrade
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-t50 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-T50 (2024) | Hasselblad X1D II 50C (2019) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,099 | £3,999 |
| Sensor | 40.2MP APS-C X-Trans BSI CMOS 5 HR | 50MP medium-format CMOS (43.8 × 32.9mm) |
| Resolution | 40.2MP | 50.0MP |
| Video | 6.2K/30p, 4K/60p | None |
| Autofocus | Phase-detect, subject detection AF | Contrast-detect AF |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | None |
| Burst Rate | 8fps mechanical, 20fps electronic | 2.7fps |
| Battery Life | ~310 shots (CIPA) | 370 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 438g (with battery and card) | 766g body only |
| Dimensions | 123.8 × 84 × 48.8mm | 148.0 × 97.0 × 73.8mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.62× magnification | 0.87" OLED EVF, 3.69M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" touchscreen, tilting | 3.6" touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Hasselblad XCD |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Dual SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-T50 | Hasselblad X1D II 50C |
|---|---|---|
| Street | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Wildlife | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Architecture | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
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