There is a camera and then there is Hasselblad. Yes, today we are going to talk about the Hasselblad X2DII 100C camera. Hasselblad has also launched a lens with their camera which is usually called as Hasselblad Lens. So let’s talk about this flagship camera and what makes it special.
I heard somewhere that after 30 years of age most men develop certain habits. Some men develop a habit of going to the gym. Others take interest in cars or watches. Some develop a habit of reading. Some start loving coffee and some men also take interest in photography and make it their favorite hobby. It’s completely ok if you have multiple interests whether you are above 30 or not. Anyone can have multiple hobbies and multiple interests, but today we are going to talk about the specific people who take interest in photography.
I personally have a lot of interest in photography and whenever I sit with my friends who are photographers they recommend a lot of good cameras for photography. I get updated by new cameras this way. Sometimes you like a small and easy to carry camera like Leica Q3, LeicaM11, Fuji Film x100vi. People are also inclined towards this camera. Also people go for Canon and Nikon.
However, Hasselblad X2DII 100C is a new game changer in medium format photography. If we talk about its design it has an iconic Swedish design which itself is the legacy of Hasselblad cameras. The image quality of this camera is superb. This version of Hasselblad camera brings us very powerful upgrades in resolutions, dynamic ranges, auto focus feature and provides us creative flexibility.
What are the Special Features of Hasselblad X2DII 100C ?
If we talk about its core features, the X2DII 100C has a camera of 100-mega pixels. Yes, you heard it right.
With a medium format BSI CMOS sensor which captures a great quality of images for you. Which focuses on tiny details in your images and provides great color depth for you.
The other features include 16-bit color processing for you and it also has a dynamic range of up to 15.3 stops.
If you are a photographer who usually has to take photos in difficult lighting conditions like in dim lights or whenever you are driving at night and want to click a photo of something this camera would be a better choice for you.
Going through their official website I found pretty amazing features of this camera.
- True End-to-End HDR Workflow : Hasselblad’s camera has a High Dynamic Range (HNCS HDR), that enables in-camera HDR capture and processing, which provides us Ultra HDR JPEG or HDR HEIF files which having quality highlights and tonal depth.
- Enhanced Display & UX: It has a 3.6-inch OLED touchscreen with up to 1400 nits of peak brightness, which offers clear viewing and quick review of HDR images, even under sunlight.
- 1TB Internal SSD + Expandable Storage: It has a built-in SSD which means photographers can shoot vast 16-bit RAW files without external media, while a CFexpress Type B slot offers extra storage capacity.
What are the Major Changes from the Previous Version?
While the original X2D 100C already set high standards for stills quality, the X2D II has pushed performance further:
- Faster & Smarter Autofocus
For the first time in a Hasselblad camera, continuous autofocus (AF-C) with subject detection is supported. This feature is powered by deep-learning and LiDAR assistance. It can reliably track people, animals, and vehicles, making it far more capable for dynamic shooting compared to its prior models.
- Class-Leading Image Stabilization
The X2D II model features an upgraded 5-axis in-body stabilization system rated up to 10 stops, which is no-doubt one of the most powerful IBIS systems in medium format cameras. This eventually increases the ability to shoot photos in low light or with long lenses which is a game-changer for landscape and travel photographers.
- Reduced Weight & Refined Handling
Although it has many new features from the technology point of view, if we talk about it’s weight, the camera is about 7.5% lighter than its previous version which improves comfort for long shooting sessions. This version also has some refinements and new controls which include a customizable joystick which makes navigation quicker for you.
In a Nutshell :
Here’s a distilled look at what you’re working with:
- Sensor: 100-megapixel medium format BSI CMOS
- Dynamic Range: Up to ~15.3 stops
- Color Depth: 16-bit (approx. 281 trillion colours)
- ISO Range: Base ISO 50 – up to 25,600
- In-Body Image Stabilization: 5-axis, up to 10 stops
- Autofocus: 425 PDAF zones with AF-C (subject detect)
- Display: 3.6″ OLED touchscreen (tilting, HDR capable)
- Storage: 1TB SSD + CFexpress Type B
- Weight: Slightly lighter than original model
- Price : $7,399 USD.
Who needs to buy Hasselblad X2DII 100C?
This camera is clearly designed for dedicated photographers who prioritize image quality above all:
Fine Art & Landscape Photographers — Exceptional detail, dynamic range, and colour science set a new creative benchmark.
Portrait & Wedding Photographers — Natural skin tones and HDR highlight control deliver stunning results.
Commercial & Studio Shoots — Huge file sizes and subtle tonal gradations offer flexibility for professionals.
However, if you’re looking for high-speed burst shooting or advanced video features, other cameras (like certain full-frame mirrorless models) may be a better fit for you.Well It completely depends on your preferences.
If photography is your passion and you demand nothing but the best, this camera is worth serious consideration.