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Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A6600

Portability
56
Imaging
92
Features
78
Overall
86
Hasselblad X2D 100c front
 
Sony Alpha a6600 front
Portability
77
Imaging
69
Features
96
Overall
79

Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A6600 Key Specs

Hasselblad X2D
(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
  • Revealed September 2022
  • Older Model is Hasselblad X1D II 50C
Sony A6600
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 32000 (Raise to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 503g - 120 x 67 x 69mm
  • Released August 2019
  • Successor is Sony A6700
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Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A6600 Overview

Here, we will be comparing the Hasselblad X2D versus Sony A6600, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Hasselblad and Sony. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the X2D (100MP) and A6600 (24MP) and the X2D (Medium format) and A6600 (APS-C) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The X2D was revealed 3 years after the A6600 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the X2D grades against the A6600 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Hasselblad X2D over the Sony A6600

 X2D A6600 
ReleasedSeptember 2022August 2019Newer by 37 months
Screen size3.60"3"Bigger screen (+0.6")
Screen resolution2360k922kSharper screen (+1438k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony A6600 over the Hasselblad X2D

 A6600 X2D 
Selfie screen Take selfies

Common features in the Hasselblad X2D and Sony A6600

 X2D A6600 
Manually focus More exact focus
Screen typeTiltingTiltingTilting screen
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A6600 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Hasselblad X2D offers physical measurements 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 A6600 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 69mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.7") having a weight of 503 grams (1.11 lbs).

Take a look at the Hasselblad X2D versus Sony A6600 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the X2D against the A6600.

Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A6600 size comparison

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X2D and A6600 is 56 and 77 respectively.

Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A6600 top view buttons comparison

Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A6600 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it's difficult to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by checking out a spec sheet. The picture here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the X2D and A6600.

As you can see, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The X2D having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Hasselblad X2D will produce extra detail because of its extra 76MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern X2D should have an edge in sensor tech.

Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A6600 sensor size comparison

Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A6600 Screen and ViewFinder

Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A6600 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Hasselblad X2D Portrait photography highlights
Sony A6600 Portrait photography highlights
95
focusing manually
flash sync speed is above average (1/4,000 seconds)
sensor resolution is amazing (100 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Medium format)
exports RAW files
81
manual focus
resolution is good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
provides face detection focus
saves RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Hasselblad X2D Street photography info
Sony A6600 Street photography info
74
tilting screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is great (Medium format)
exports RAW files
comes with focus by touch
environment proofing
great ISO range (25,600)
heavier than others (895 grams)
83
tilting screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
has focus by touch
weather sealing
above average high ISO (32,000)
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Sports Comparison

Hasselblad X2D as a Sports photography camera
Sony A6600 as a Sports photography camera
89
silent shooting (1/6,000s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor resolution is amazing (100 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Medium format)
includes tracking autofocus
environment proofing
comes with phase detect autofocus
low fps (3.3 frames/s)
84
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
resolution is good (24MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
provides tracking autofocus
weather sealing
great battery (810 shots)
has phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Hasselblad X2D Travel photography information
Sony A6600 Travel photography information
60
environment proofing
comes with focus by touch
sensor resolution is amazing (100 megapixels)
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
heavier than others (895 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
84
great battery (810 per charge)
weather sealing
has bluetooth
has focus by touch
resolution is good (24 megapixels)
screen is selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Hasselblad X2D Landscape photography highlights
Sony A6600 Landscape photography highlights
87
focusing manually
swap lenses (Hasselblad X mount)
lovely big screen (3.60 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor resolution is amazing (100 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Medium format)
great ISO range (25,600)
exports RAW files
environment proofing
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
85
manual focus
switch lenses (Sony E mount)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
resolution is good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
above average high ISO (32,000)
saves RAW formats
weather sealing
great battery (810 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Hasselblad X2D Vlogging details
Sony A6600 Vlogging details
30
touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
does have external mic support
screen isn't selfie friendly
low video resolution ( pixels)
heavier than others (895g)
84
screen is selfie friendly
touchscreen functionality
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
provides face detection focus
great video quality (3840 x 2160 pxls)
has external mic socket
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Hasselblad X2D vs Sony A6600 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Hasselblad X2D and Sony A6600
 Hasselblad X2D 100cSony Alpha a6600
General Information
Brand Hasselblad Sony
Model type Hasselblad X2D 100c Sony Alpha a6600
Class Pro Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Revealed 2022-09-07 2019-08-28
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip - Bionz X
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Medium format APS-C
Sensor dimensions 44 x 33mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor area 1,452.0mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 100MP 24MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1 and 4:3 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 11656 x 8742 6000 x 4000
Maximum native ISO 25600 32000
Maximum boosted ISO - 102400
Lowest native ISO 64 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points 294 425
Lens
Lens support Hasselblad X Sony E
Amount of lenses 13 121
Crop factor 0.8 1.5
Screen
Display type Tilting Tilting
Display size 3.60 inch 3 inch
Resolution of display 2,360 thousand dots 922 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 5,760 thousand dots 2,359 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.87x 0.71x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4080 seconds 30 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Maximum quiet shutter speed 1/6000 seconds -
Continuous shooting rate 3.3fps 11.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
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 Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Red-eye reduction (On/Off selectable), Hi-speed sync, Wireless
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize 1/4000 seconds -
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions - 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
Maximum video resolution - 3840x2160
Video format - MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) Yes
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 895 gr (1.97 lbs) 503 gr (1.11 lbs)
Physical dimensions 149 x 106 x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") 120 x 67 x 69mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 82
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 23.8
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 13.4
DXO Low light rating not tested 1497
Other
Battery life 420 photos 810 photos
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID - NP-FZ1000
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse recording
Type of storage CFexpress Type B, 1TB Internal Storage SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo
Card slots One One
Retail pricing $8,199 $1,198