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Hasselblad X1D II 50C was announced in 2019 and is a Medium format (43.8 x 32.9 mm) Mirrorless camera with 50 Megapixel CMOS sensor. Its native ISO ranges from 100 to 25,600. The camera has a Fixed 3.6" screen with 2,360k dot resolution and built-in Electronic (OLED) viewfinder with 3,686k dot resolution.
Hasselblad X1D II 50C can capture video up to 2720 x 1530 resolution.
In this section we present pros and cons of Hasselblad X1D II 50C.
And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:
Here we are comparing Hasselblad X1D II 50C to its predecessor X1D-50c and displaying the major changes.
| UPGRADES | Hasselblad X1D II 50C | vs | Hasselblad X1D-50c |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheaper | $5750/£6400/€6000 | vs | $8995/£5990/€7900 |
| Larger Screen | 3.6" | vs | 3.0" |
| Higher Resolution Screen | 2,360k dot | vs | 920k dot |
| Higher Resolution Viewfinder | 3,686k dot | vs | 2,360k dot |
| Lower Min Shutter Speed | 4080s | vs | 60s |
| Higher Max Continuous Shooting | 2.7 fps | vs | 2.3 fps |
| Higher Video Resolution | 2720 x 1530 | vs | 1920 x 1080 |
| DOWNGRADES | Hasselblad X1D II 50C | vs | Hasselblad X1D-50c |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Sensor Resolution | 50 Megapixel | vs | 51 Megapixel |
| Heavier | 766 g (1.69 lb / 27.02 oz) | vs | 725 g (1.60 lb / 25.57 oz) |
For more detailed comparison between the models please visit Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs X1D-50c.
In 2022 Hasselblad X1D II 50C was replaced by Hasselblad X2D 100c. Let us now have a look at some important differences between Hasselblad X1D II 50C and its successor.
| UPGRADES | Hasselblad X2D 100c | vs | Hasselblad X1D II 50C |
|---|---|---|---|
| Higher Sensor Resolution | 100 Megapixel | vs | 50 Megapixel |
| Lower Native ISO | 64 | vs | 100 |
| Max Image Resolution | 11656 x 8742 | vs | 8272 x 6200 |
| More Focus Points | 294 | vs | 117 |
| Phase Detection for Autofocus | vs | ||
| Image Stabilization | 5-Axis Sensor Shift | vs | |
| Screen Type | Tilting | vs | Fixed |
| Top LCD Screen | vs | ||
| Higher Resolution Viewfinder | 5,760k dot | vs | 3,686k dot |
| Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) | 1/4000 sec | vs | 1/2000 sec |
| Higher Max Continuous Shooting | 3.3 fps | vs | 2.7 fps |
| Higher Flash Sync Speed | 1/4000 sec | vs | 1/2000 sec |
| Higher USB Speed | USB 3.2 Gen 2x1 (10 GBit/sec) | vs | USB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec) |
| Wi-Fi Version | Wi-Fi 6, 2x2 MIMO, 802.11b/a/g/n/ac/ax | vs | Wi-Fi 5, 802.11ac/b/g/n, 2.4/5 GHz |
| Internal Storage | 1 TB | vs |
| DOWNGRADES | Hasselblad X2D 100c | vs | Hasselblad X1D II 50C |
|---|---|---|---|
| More Expensive | $8,199 | vs | $5750/£6400/€6000 |
| Video Capture | vs | ||
| Lower Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent) | 1x | vs | 1.10x |
| Lower Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) | 1/6000 sec | vs | 1/10000 sec |
| Built-in GPS | vs | ||
| Heavier | 895 g (1.97 lb / 31.57 oz) | vs | 766 g (1.69 lb / 27.02 oz) |
| Less Storage Slots | 1 | vs | 2 |
For more detailed comparison between the models please visit Hasselblad X1D II 50C vs X2D 100c.
Hasselblad X1D II 50C has a 3.6" Fixed touchscreen with 2,360k dot resolution which is quite high by today's standards.
Camera has a built-in Electronic (OLED) viewfinder with 3,686k dot resolution. It has a 100% coverage and 0.87x (1.10x 35mm equivalent) magnification.
Hasselblad X1D II 50C features a 50 megapixel Medium format CMOS sensor with dimensions of 43.8 x 32.9 mm and a total area of 1441 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 25,600.
Here is a sensor size comparison chart where you can see how Hasselblad X1D II 50C's Medium format sensor compares with other types of sensors:
| Sensor | Dimensions | Area | Aspect Ratio | Crop Factor | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Medium Format | 43.8 x 32.9 mm | 1441 mm2 | 4:3 | 0.79x |
 | Full Frame | 36 x 24 mm | 864 mm2 | 3:2 | 1x |
 | APS-H | 27 x 18 mm | 486 mm2 | 3:2 | 1.3x |
 | APS-C | 23.6 x 15.6 mm | 368.2 mm2 | 3:2 | 1.5x |
 0.webp) | APS-C (Canon) | 22.3 x 14.9 mm | 332.3 mm2 | 3:2 | 1.6x |
 | Micro Four Thirds | 17.4 x 13 mm | 226.2 mm2 | 4:3 | 2x |
 | 1-inch | 13.2 x 8.8 mm | 116.2 mm2 | 3:2 | 2.7x |
 | 1/1.7-inch | 7.44 x 5.58 mm | 41.5 mm2 | 4:3 | 4.7x |
 | 1/2.3-inch | 6.17 x 4.55 mm | 28.1 mm2 | 4:3 | 5.6x |
Camera can take pictures up to 8272 x 6200 resolution.
Hasselblad X1D II 50C has Hasselblad X lens mount. Due to Medium format sensor its crop factor (also called lens multiplier) is 0.79x. This means that a 35mm equivalent focal length of the mounted lens will be equal to its actual focal length times 0.79.
The camera does not have in-body image stabilization (IBIS) so it needs lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction.
Hasselblad X1D II 50C has a built-in GPS (Global Positioning System) technology which allows you to automatically tag the location where you took your photos. You can later categorize, organize, and search for photos based on location. This is very useful for travel and outdoor photographers for documenting the locations where images were captured.
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Camera has a built-in Wi-Fi (Wi-Fi 5, 802.11ac/b/g/n, 2.4/5 GHz) which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
Check out the cameras in our database that have built-in WiFi.
Hasselblad X1D II 50C has a USB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec) Type-C input for data transfer and battery charging. There is a Mini HDMI connector for video signal output.
The camera has Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II) card slots.
Hasselblad X1D II 50C has Electronic shutter and Leaf shutter. Shutter speed can go up to 1/10000 sec with electronic shutter and up to 1/2000 sec with mechanical shutter. Camera can shoot continuously up to 2.7 fps.
Hasselblad X1D II 50C has no built-in flash but an external flash may be connected via Hot Shoe. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/2000 sec. Flash compensation can be set from -3 to +3 EV with 1/3 EV step increments.
Hasselblad X1D II 50C has dimensions of 148 x 97 x 70 mm (5.83 x 3.82 x 2.76"). It weighs 766 g (1.69 lb / 27.02 oz) which is neither heavy nor lightweight.
148 mm (5.83")
97 mm (3.82")
97 mm (3.82")
70 mm (2.76")
Hasselblad X1D II 50C dimensions
We give scores to the camera for different type of photography based on its features and specifications. Let us see how Hasselblad X1D II 50C is suitable for six different types of photography.
Hasselblad X1D II 50C gets a score of 97 and is EXCELLENT choice for Landscape photography.
Hasselblad X1D II 50C gets a score of 79 and is GOOD choice for Sports photography.
Hasselblad X1D II 50C gets a score of 79 and is GOOD choice for Wildlife photography.
Hasselblad X1D II 50C gets a score of 88 and is EXCELLENT choice for Portrait photography.
Hasselblad X1D II 50C gets a score of 88 and is EXCELLENT choice for Street photography.
Hasselblad X1D II 50C gets a score of 85 and is EXCELLENT choice for Travel photography.
We evaluate Hasselblad X1D II 50C and give score of 78 out of 100. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.
We give Hasselblad X1D II 50C a score of 82 for Sensor parameters.
We give Hasselblad X1D II 50C a score of 72 for Photo parameters.
We give Hasselblad X1D II 50C a score of 25 for Video parameters.
We give Hasselblad X1D II 50C a score of 77 for Focusing parameters.
We give Hasselblad X1D II 50C a score of 84 for Screen and Viewfinder parameters.
We give Hasselblad X1D II 50C a score of 94 for Connectivity parameters.
We give Hasselblad X1D II 50C a score of 84 for Battery, Storage and Physical parameters.
For a full specification list please go to the specifications page:
