Hasselblad X1D II 50Cvs A7S
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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?
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.
Astrophotography & Low-Light — A7S (2014): The original A7S pioneered the concept of a camera optimised entirely for low light. Its 12.2MP sensor has enormous photosites — extraordinary high-ISO performance that still holds up. Lacking IBIS and limited to 1080p internally (4K requires external recorder), it is a specialist tool. For astrophotography, event videography, or any scenario where light is genuinely scarce, it remains outstanding.
Who should buy what
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
A7S (2014)
- Astrophotographers
- Low-light event videographers
- Filmmakers needing clean high-ISO footage
Quick take: The hasselblad x1d ii 50c has the highest resolution at 50mp; the a7s is the most affordable; only the a7s is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Hasselblad X1D II 50C (2019) | A7S (2014) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £3,999 | £600 |
| Sensor | 50MP medium-format CMOS (43.8 × 32.9mm) | 12.2MP Full-Frame BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 50.0MP | 12.2MP |
| Video | None | 1080p/60p internal, 4K via HDMI (external recorder) |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF | Phase-detect / contrast-detect hybrid AF |
| Stabilisation | None | None |
| Burst Rate | 2.7fps | 5fps |
| Battery Life | 370 shots (CIPA) | ~370 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 766g body only | 474g (with battery and card) |
| Dimensions | 148.0 × 97.0 × 73.8mm | 126.9 × 94.4 × 48.2mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | 0.87" OLED EVF, 3.69M dots | Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.71× magnification |
| Screen | 3.6" touchscreen | 3.0" tilting LCD, 1.23M dots |
| Mount | Hasselblad XCD | Sony FE (full-frame E-mount) |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II | Single SD / MemoryStick PRO Duo slot |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Multi/Micro USB, Wi-Fi, NFC |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Hasselblad X1D II 50C | A7S |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Architecture | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Street | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Astrophotography | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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