Leica M8 vs Hasselblad X2D 100c

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      Specifications

      General Leica M8 Hasselblad X2D 100c
      BrandLeicaHasselblad
      ModelM8X2D 100c
      Predecessor ModelHasselblad X1D II 50C
      Successor ModelLeica M8.2
      MSRP$8,199
      Camera TypeInterchangeable LensInterchangeable Lens
      Body TypeMirrorlessMirrorless
      Video Capture
      Sensor Leica M8 Hasselblad X2D 100c
      Sensor TypeCCDCMOS
      Sensor SizeAPS-HMedium format
      Sensor Dimensions27 x 18 mm43.8 x 32.9 mm
      Effective Pixels10.35 Megapixel100 Megapixel
      Low Pass Filter
      Native ISO Range160 - 2,50064 - 25,600
      Photo Leica M8 Hasselblad X2D 100c
      Max Image Resolution3936 x 263011656 x 8742
      Other Resolutions2952 x 1972, 1968 x 1315, 1312 x 876
      Image Aspect Ratios3:24:3
      Image File FormatDNG, JPEGJPEG, RAW
      JPEG Quality LevelsFine, Standard
      Bit Depth16-Bit
      Color SpaceAdobe RGB, sRGB, ECI RGB.
      Timelapse Recording
      White BalanceAutomatic, 6 presettings, manual white balance, color temperature input from 2,000 K to 13,100 K.
      Focus Leica M8 Hasselblad X2D 100c
      Autofocus ModesPhase Detect
      Lens ServoManualAutomatic, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
      Number of Focus Points294
      Touch-to-Focus
      Live View Autofocus
      Animal Eye Detection
      Vehicle Tracking Mode
      Insect Tracking Mode
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus
      Phase Detection for Autofocus
      Optics Leica M8 Hasselblad X2D 100c
      Lens MountLeica MHasselblad X
      Crop Factor1.3x0.79x
      Image Stabilization5-Axis Sensor Shift
      Image Stabilization Compensation7 stops
      Digital Image Stabilization
      Screen Leica M8 Hasselblad X2D 100c
      Screen TypeFixedTilting
      Touch Screen
      Screen Size2.5"3.6"
      Screen Resolution230k dot2,360k dot
      Top LCD Screen
      Live View
      Live Composition
      Viewfinder Leica M8 Hasselblad X2D 100c
      ViewfinderOptical (rangefinder)Electronic (OLED)
      Viewfinder Size0.5"
      Viewfinder Coverage100%
      Viewfinder Magnification0.79x
      Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent)1x
      Viewfinder Resolution5,760k dot
      Shutter Leica M8 Hasselblad X2D 100c
      Shutter TypeMicro-processor controlled metal-blade slotted shutter with vertical movementElectronic, Leaf
      Min Shutter Speed8 sec4080s
      Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/8000 sec1/4000 sec
      Max Shutter Speed (Electronic)1/6000 sec
      Max Continuous Shooting3.3 fps
      Continuous Shooting Resolution/fps/bufferMechanical Shutter
      Up to 3.3 fps at 100 MP
      Flash Leica M8 Hasselblad X2D 100c
      Built-in Flash
      Flash ModesFront Curtain
      Rear Curtain
      Slow sync
      TTL center weighted system
      compatible with Nikon System Flashes
      Max Flash Sync Speed1/250 sec1/4000 sec
      Flash Compensation-3 to +3 EV
      External Flash Connectivity
      External Flash SystemiTTL
      External Flash ConnectionTTL Hot ShoeHot Shoe
      Exposure Leica M8 Hasselblad X2D 100c
      Exposure Metering ModesCenter-weighted
      Spot
      Spot AF-area
      Exposure ModesAutomatic mode (Auto), Manual exposureAperture Priority, Manual, Shutter Priority
      Exposure Compensation±3 EV (1/3 EV increments)
      Exposure Bracketing
      DXO Leica M8 Hasselblad X2D 100c
      DxO Low Light ISO663
      DxO Color Depth21.1
      DxO Dynamic Range11.3
      DxO Overall Score59
      Video Leica M8 Hasselblad X2D 100c
      Internal Recording ModesNo
      Interval Recording
      Terminals Leica M8 Hasselblad X2D 100c
      Power I/O1 x USB-C Input
      Other I/O1 x USB-C (Camera Interface) Data Input/Output (Shared with Power Input)
      USB SpeedUSB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)USB 3.2 Gen 2x1 (10 GBit/sec)
      HDMI Output
      Speaker
      Built-in Microphone
      Microphone Input
      Headphone Output
      Flash Sync Port
      Connectivity Leica M8 Hasselblad X2D 100c
      Built-in GPS
      Built-In Wi-Fi
      Wi-Fi VersionWi-Fi 6, 2x2 MIMO, 802.11b/a/g/n/ac/ax
      Built-In Bluetooth
      Mobile App Compatible *As of December, 2022: Check with manufacturer for the most up-to-date compatibility
      Remote Control
      Environmental Leica M8 Hasselblad X2D 100c
      Environmental Sealing
      Operating Temperature14 to 113°F / -10 to 45°C
      Operating Humidity0 to 85%
      Physical Leica M8 Hasselblad X2D 100c
      Dimensions139 x 80 x 37 mm (5.47 x 3.15 x 1.46")149 x 106 x 75 mm (5.85 x 4.17 x 2.93")
      Weight (inc. batteries)591 g (1.30 lb / 20.85 oz)895 g (1.97 lb / 31.57 oz)
      Box Dimensions (LxWxH)10.9 x 8.3 x 8.1"
      Package Weight4.7 lb
      Power and Storage Leica M8 Hasselblad X2D 100c
      Battery Life550 shots420 shots
      USB Charging
      Internal Storage1 TB
      External StorageSingle Slot: SD/SDHCSingle Slot: CFexpress Type B (CFexpress 2.0) [512 GB Maximum]
      Other Leica M8 Hasselblad X2D 100c
      Self Timer 2 or 12 sec
      Orientation Sensor
      Tripod Mounting Thread1 x 1/4"-20 Female (Bottom)
      Material of ConstructionAluminum


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