Hasselblad X2D 100C Medium Format Camera vs Sony Alpha A6700 APS-C Mirrorless Camera (2026)
Which is better? We compared both on score, owner ratings, pros and cons.
Hasselblad X2D 100C Medium Format Camera
100MP medium format, 16-stop dynamic range, 5-axis IBIS, 2.36M-dot EVF, CF Express. The imaging pinnacle.
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Sony Alpha A6700 APS-C Mirrorless Camera
26MP APS-C, AI AF, IBIS, 4K/120fps, 5-axis IBIS, compact. Sony's flagship APS-C.
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| Hasselblad X2D 100C Medium Format Camera | Sony Alpha A6700 APS-C Mirrorless Camera | |
|---|---|---|
| 247Verdict Score | 9.6/10 | 9.3/10 |
| Owner Rating | 4.7★ (480) | 4.7★ (4,200) |
| Verdict | Outstanding | Excellent |
| Sensor | 100MP medium format | 26MP APS-C |
| IBIS | 5-axis 7-stop | 5-stop |
Quick Verdict
Both are strong choices, but the Hasselblad X2D 100C Medium Format Camera edges ahead with a 9.6/10 vs 9.3/10. 100MP medium format, 16-stop dynamic range, 5-axis IBIS, 2.36M-dot EVF, CF Express. The imaging pinnacle. That said, the Sony Alpha A6700 APS-C Mirrorless Camera is worth considering if 26MP APS-C, AI AF, IBIS, 4K/120fps, 5-axis IBIS, compact. Sony's flagship APS-C..
Pros & Cons Side by Side
Hasselblad X2D 100C Medium Format Camera
- 100MP medium format sensor captures detail that full-frame cameras cannot achieve at any resolution
- 16 stops of dynamic range — the widest of any reviewed camera — enables recovery of both shadows and highlights
- 5-axis IBIS stabilisation on a medium format camera is technically extraordinary — 7-stop correction
- Natural colour rendering from Hasselblad's Natural Colour Solution (HNCS) tuning since 1941
- Used by NASA, fashion studios and landscape photographers for whom sensor size genuinely matters
- £8,000+ is an investment only commercial photographers can justify through usage
- Medium format lenses are large, heavy and expensive — complete system costs £15,000+
- 16fps burst rate trails mirrorless sport cameras — medium format is not for action
Sony Alpha A6700 APS-C Mirrorless Camera
- AI subject recognition AF tracks humans, animals and insects with A7 IV-level accuracy in APS-C
- 5-stop IBIS is exceptionally capable for an APS-C body — smooth handheld video
- 4K/120fps slow-motion at 5x from an APS-C body — previously only available in full-frame
- Compact APS-C body with full-frame AF capability — the best APS-C camera Sony has made
- Access to full Sony E-mount lens ecosystem including full-frame lenses for reach advantage
- £1,300 is premium pricing for an APS-C body — Sony A7C II full-frame is the next price step
- Battery life approximately 490 shots — carry a spare for full day shoots
- Menu depth is complex — Sony's interface has a learning curve for new users
FAQ
Which is better, Hasselblad X2D 100C or Sony Alpha A6700 APS-C?
Both are strong choices, but the Hasselblad X2D 100C Medium Format Camera edges ahead with a 9.6/10 vs 9.3/10. 100MP medium format, 16-stop dynamic range, 5-axis IBIS, 2.36M-dot EVF, CF Express. The imaging pinnacle. That said, the Sony Alpha A6700 APS-C Mirrorless Camera is worth considering if 26MP APS-C, AI AF, IBIS, 4K/120fps, 5-axis IBIS, compact. Sony's flagship APS-C..
Is the Hasselblad X2D 100C worth the extra cost?
Yes — Hasselblad X2D 100C Medium Format Camera scores higher at 9.6/10 vs 9.3/10.
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