Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A7S
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Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A7S 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
- Replaced the Hasselblad X1D II 50C
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 409600
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 489g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Revealed April 2014
- Updated by Sony A7S II
Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A7S Overview
In this write-up, we will be matching up the Hasselblad X2D versus Sony A7S, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Hasselblad and Sony. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the X2D (100MP) and A7S (12MP) and the X2D (Medium format) and A7S (Full frame) feature different sensor sizes.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe X2D was manufactured 8 years after the A7S which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Hasselblad X2D being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a simple view of how the X2D scores against the A7S for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A7S Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Hasselblad X2D 100c & Sony Alpha A7S. The entire galleries are viewable at Hasselblad X2D Gallery & Sony A7S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Hasselblad X2D over the Sony A7S
X2D | A7S | |||
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Revealed | September 2022 | April 2014 | Newer by 103 months | |
Screen sizing | 3.60" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.6") | |
Screen resolution | 2360k | 1230k | Crisper screen (+1130k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A7S over the Hasselblad X2D
A7S | X2D |
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Common features in the Hasselblad X2D and Sony A7S
X2D | A7S | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A7S Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Hasselblad X2D comes with physical dimensions of 149mm x 106mm x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") along with a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs) while the Sony A7S has dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 489 grams (1.08 lbs).
Check out the Hasselblad X2D versus Sony A7S in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the X2D compared to the A7S.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X2D and A7S is 56 and 77 respectively.
Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A7S Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by going over technical specs. The picture underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the X2D and A7S.
As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The X2D featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Hasselblad X2D will offer greater detail due to its extra 88MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher X2D provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A7S Screen and ViewFinder
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Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A7S Specifications
Hasselblad X2D 100c | Sony Alpha A7S | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Hasselblad | Sony |
Model type | Hasselblad X2D 100c | Sony Alpha A7S |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2022-09-07 | 2014-04-06 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Medium format | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 44 x 33mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
Sensor surface area | 1,452.0mm² | 855.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 100 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1 and 4:3 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 11656 x 8742 | 4240 x 2832 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 409600 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 294 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Hasselblad X | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 13 | 121 |
Crop factor | 0.8 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3.60 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 2,360k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760k dot | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.87x | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4080 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/6000 secs | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.3 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | TTL center weighted system, compatible with Nikon System Flashes | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/4000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | - | 3840 x 2160, XAVC S 1080 60p(50Mbps), 30p (50Mbps), 24p (50Mbps). 720 120p (50Mbps). AVCHD 60p (28Mbps), 60i (24Mbps/17Mbps), 24p (24Mbps/17Mbps) |
Maximum video resolution | - | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | - | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 895 grams (1.97 pounds) | 489 grams (1.08 pounds) |
Dimensions | 149 x 106 x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") | 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 87 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 3702 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 420 pictures | 360 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | CFexpress Type B, 1TB Internal Storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $8,199 | $1,998 |