Hasselblad 907X 50c vs Leica S3 — Which Is Better?
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Hasselblad · Medium Format · 50 MP · Medium Format · 2.7K video
Hasselblad 907X 50c
72
WINNER
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Leica · Medium Format · 64 MP · Medium Format · 4K video
Leica S3
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| General | ||
Read the General ComparisonGeneralThe Hasselblad 907X 50c and the Leica S3 are both medium format cameras built around large sensors for high-resolution work. Their lens systems differ, with the 907X using the Canon EF mount and the S3 the Leica S mount, so each draws on its own native lenses. The 907X is the lighter and more compact body for travel and handheld carrying. It weighs 790 g against 1260 g for the S3, a 470 g difference, and measures 102 x 93 x 84 mm against the S3's 160 x 120 x 80 mm. | ||
Released ⓘRefers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale. |
2019 | 2018 |
Announcement date ⓘRefers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera. |
June 19, 2019 | October 1, 2018 |
| Camera type |  Medium Format | Medium Format |
| Camera size | 102 x 93 x 84 mm | 160 x 120 x 80 mm |
| Camera weight | 790 g | 1260 g |
| Optics | 68/100 | 73/100 |
Read the Optics ComparisonOpticsThe Leica S3 is the stronger choice for large prints and heavy cropping, with 64 MP against 50 MP from the 907X. The extra pixels suit landscape and studio output. The S3 also reaches a higher ISO ceiling, 50000 against 25600, allowing higher settings when light falls. The 907X offers far more positions for placing focus, with 117 autofocus points against a single point on the S3. It also provides the shorter maximum exposure, 1/2000 second against 1/1000 on the S3, useful for freezing motion in brighter light. Neither body has in-body stabilisation, so steady handheld shooting relies on lens or technique. | ||
Megapixels ⓘThe higher the number of megapixels, the more detail the cameras sensor can capture. |
50 MP050 | 64 MP050 |
Image resolution ⓘImage resolution is measured in pixels and megapixels, width by height. The higher the number, the higher its resolution. |
8272 x 6200 | 7500 x 5000 |
Sensor type ⓘThe camera sensor captures light and records the image. Sensors vary in physical size, the number of pixels, and quality. |
CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size ⓘThe sensor size contributes to the overall quality as well as the dynamic and tonal range a camera can capture. As a rule of thumb, the more surface there is to read the light, the more information it will capture. |
43.8 × 32.9 | 45 x 30 |
Sensor format ⓘRefers to the most commonly used sensor sizes. |
 Medium Format | Medium Format |
Continuous shooting ⓘThe number of sequential frames per second the camera can write to the memory card when shooting in burst or continuous mode. |
2.7 fps045 | 3.5 fps045 |
Lens mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. |
Canon EF | Leica S |
Image processor ⓘThe image processor in the camera converts the information collected on the sensor for digital storage on the memory card. |
Unspecified | Maestro II |
Aspect ratio ⓘThe aspect ratio refers to the proportional difference between width and height. The most popular aspect ratios are 3:2 and 4:3. |
 4:3 |  3:2 |
Min ISO ⓘRefers to the lowest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Lower ISO are less sensitive to light but make a cleaner image. |
10030200 | 10030200 |
Max ISO ⓘRefers to the highest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Higher ISO is necessary for low-light situations or night photography, but higher ISOs often introduce grain or noise. |
256003003280000 | 500003003280000 |
Min ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
10030200 | 10030200 |
Max ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
256003003280000 | 500003003280000 |
Minimum shutter speed ⓘThe minimum shutter speed will tell you the longest exposure your camera can take without using an external accessory. |
408044080 | 360044080 |
Max shutter speed ⓘThe maximum shutter speed tells you the length inside 1 second the camera will capture. These can sometimes be extended with accessories such as extra external batteries. |
200080032000 | 100080032000 |
Autofocus points ⓘAutofocus points show where the camera is focusing graphically as squares or brackets in Live View or on an electronic viewfinder. These points are also used for light meter readings. |
1170300 | 10300 |
In-body stabilisation ⓘIn-body Stabilization means the camera has a certain technology embedded that counteracts camera shake. |
✗ | ✗ |
Viewfinder type ⓘThe viewfinder type is either electronic or optical. Electronic viewfinders will have a small screen in the viewfinder. Optical viewfinders will use prisms and mirrors to look through the lens. |
Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
| Viewfinder dots | 369000009900000 | N/A |
| Video | 50/100 | 56/100 |
Read the Video ComparisonVideoThe Leica S3 is the pick for editing latitude, recording up to 4K where the 907X tops out at 2.7K, leaving more room to crop in post. The 907X has the higher maximum frame rate, 30 fps against 24 fps. Neither camera has a built-in timelapse mode, so interval work needs external triggering. | ||
Video ⓘIndicates if this camera is capable of recording video. |
 Yes | Yes |
Max video resolution ⓘThe best resolution this camera can capture video in. Modern cameras can capture up to 8K video. |
 2.7K |  4K |
Max video format ⓘVideo resolution measured by the greatest number of pixels possible in each frame, width by height. A higher resolution means more detail or clarity in your video. |
2720 x 1530 | 4096 x 2160 |
Max video frame rate ⓘHow many frames per second your video will capture. Most cameras have options for multiple frame rates, depending on the resolution you shoot in. For a general video, 24p or 30p is the standard, but more serious filmmakers may need a higher frame rate for creative effect. |
30 fps | 24 fps |
Timelapse built in ⓘA built in time-lapse mode will allow continuous shooting throughout a prolonged period of time to be compressed into a sped up video. |
✗ | ✗ |
Video file format ⓘDifferent cameras can record in various video file formats. The File format you record in can impact how you edit and use the files. |
H. 264 | MPEG-4, MOV |
| Features | 87/100 | 68/100 |
Read the Features ComparisonFeaturesThe 907X is the more practical body for tripod and low-angle work thanks to its flip screen, which the S3 lacks. Its 3.2-inch, 2360000-dot display gives a sharper view for checking focus than the S3's fixed 3-inch, 922000-dot screen. It also supports Bluetooth for a direct phone connection, an option the S3 does not have. Several conveniences are shared. Both cameras offer GPS for geotagging images, weather sealing for outdoor shooting, Wi-Fi for wireless transfer, a touch screen and live view, and both take an external flash. Neither has a built-in flash, so any flash work relies on external units with either body. | ||
Builtin flash ⓘA built-in flash will often be positioned right above the lens. This will automatically pop up when you activate it. |
✗ | ✗ |
External flash ⓘExternal flashes are often connected through a hot shoe at the top of a camera, or a cable at the side of the camera. |
 Yes | Yes |
GPS ⓘGPS features in a camera will include location metadata to each of your photographs. |
 Yes | Yes |
Weather sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. |
 Yes | Yes |
| Screen type | TFT LCD | LCDE |
Touch screen ⓘTouchscreen allows you to change camera settings and access menus with a swipe of your finger, instead of using buttons. |
 Yes | Yes |
| Screen size | 3.2" | 3" |
Screen dots ⓘScreen dots indicate the resolution of the LCD screen by including each sub pixel. |
23600001150001500000 | 9220001150001500000 |
Flip screen ⓘA flip screen (or articulating screen) is a second screen which can flip out from the side or top of the camera. This rotating screen allows you more freedom to take photos at different angles. |
 Yes | No |
Live view ⓘLive View feature allows you to see a continuous live video of what is being seen through your lens. |
 Yes | Yes |
Wi-Fi ⓘBuilt-in Wi-Fi allows you to connect your camera and share images wirelessly. |
 Yes | Yes |
Bluetooth ⓘBluetooth capabilities allow you wireless control of your camera with other external devices. |
 Yes | No |
| Storage & battery | 49/100 | 60/100 |
Read the Storage & battery ComparisonStorage and BatteryThe Leica S3 has the longer battery rating, 500 shots against 300 for the 907X under their respective test conditions. Both cameras have dual memory card slots, and neither charges over USB. The 907X uses SD cards with UHS-I support, while the S3 adds a Compact Flash Type 1 slot alongside SD. | ||
| Memory card | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-I compatible) | SD / SDHC / SDXC, Compact Flash (Type 1) |
| Dual memory card slots |  Yes | Yes |
| Battery type | 3400 mAh li-ion | SBP PRO |
Battery life ⓘApproximately how long this cameras battery will last measured by how many photographs you will be able to take. |
300 shots1505000 | 500 shots1505000 |
| USB charging | ✗ | ✗ |
Read: Verdict
Verdict
Choose the Leica S3 if resolution and endurance lead your work. Its 64 MP sensor suits landscape and studio photography destined for large prints, and its 500-shot rating outlasts the 907X's 300. Its 4K recording adds editing room for occasional motion clips.
Choose the Hasselblad 907X 50c if you shoot handheld or on the move. Its smaller, lighter body makes it the easier kit to carry, and its 117 autofocus points spread focus placement across the frame. The flip screen simplifies low-angle work. Photographers who need maximum cropping headroom and the longer battery rating should choose the S3. Those who prioritise portability get more from the 907X.