Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A7 III
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Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A7 III Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 100MP - Medium format Sensor
- 3.60" Tilting Display
- ISO 64 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- Hasselblad X Mount
- 895g - 149 x 106 x 75mm
- Launched September 2022
- Succeeded the Hasselblad X1D II 50C
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 650g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
- Announced February 2018
- Previous Model is Sony A7 II
- Refreshed by Sony A7 IV
Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A7 III Overview
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.
Photography GlossaryThe 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.
Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A7 III Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Hasselblad X2D over the Sony A7 III
X2D | A7 III | |||
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Announced | September 2022 | February 2018 | Newer by 56 months | |
Display sizing | 3.60" | 3" | Larger display (+0.6") | |
Display resolution | 2360k | 922k | Sharper display (+1438k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A7 III over the Hasselblad X2D
A7 III | X2D |
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Common features in the Hasselblad X2D and Sony A7 III
X2D | A7 III | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A7 III Physical Comparison
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.
Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A7 III Sensor Comparison
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.
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Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A7 III Specifications
Hasselblad X2D 100c | Sony Alpha A7 III | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Hasselblad | Sony |
Model | Hasselblad X2D 100c | Sony Alpha A7 III |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2022-09-07 | 2018-02-27 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Medium format | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 44 x 33mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 1,452.0mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 100 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1 and 4:3 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 11656 x 8742 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 204800 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 294 | 693 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Hasselblad X | Sony E |
Total lenses | 13 | 121 |
Crop factor | 0.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3.60 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 2,360 thousand dots | 922 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760 thousand dots | 2,359 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.87x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4080 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/6000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.3fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | TTL center weighted system, compatible with Nikon System Flashes | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/4000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p) 1920 x 1080 (120p, 60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | - | 3840x2160 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 895g (1.97 pounds) | 650g (1.43 pounds) |
Dimensions | 149 x 106 x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") | 127 x 96 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 96 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 25.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 14.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 3730 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 420 photographs | 610 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | CFexpress Type B, 1TB Internal Storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Two |
Retail price | $8,199 | $1,998 |