Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A7 II

Following is a thorough review of the Hasselblad X2D versus Sony A7 II, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Hasselblad and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the X2D (100MP) and A7 II (24MP) and the X2D (Medium format) and A7 II (Full frame) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The X2D was released 7 years after the A7 II which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Hasselblad X2D being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the X2D matches up versus the A7 II in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Hasselblad X2D 100c and Sony Alpha A7 II. The complete galleries are available at Hasselblad X2D Gallery and Sony A7 II Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Hasselblad X2D features external measurements of 149mm x 106mm x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") with a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs) whilst the Sony A7 II has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Check the Hasselblad X2D versus Sony A7 II in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the X2D compared to the A7 II.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the X2D and A7 II is 56 and 69 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes merely by looking at specifications. The image below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the X2D and A7 II.

Plainly, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The X2D featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Hasselblad X2D will resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 76 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more recent X2D is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.