Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A7 III

Lets examine more in depth at the Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A7 III, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Hasselblad and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the X2D (100MP) and A7 III (24MP) and the X2D (Medium format) and A7 III (Full frame) feature different sensor sizing.

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The X2D was released 4 years after the A7 III which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Hasselblad X2D being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7 III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short view of how the X2D scores vs the A7 III in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Hasselblad X2D 100c & Sony Alpha A7 III. The complete galleries are available at Hasselblad X2D Gallery & Sony A7 III Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Hasselblad X2D enjoys outside dimensions of 149mm x 106mm x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") having a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs) and the Sony A7 III has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Contrast the Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A7 III in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the X2D vs the A7 III.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the X2D and A7 III is 56 and 63 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions purely by researching specs. The pic here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the X2D and A7 III.

All in all, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The X2D due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Hasselblad X2D will render more detail as a result of its extra 76MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images a little more aggressively. The younger X2D provides an advantage in sensor tech.