The Hasselblad X1D II 50C — the 2019 50 MP medium format mirrorless with USB-C and an improved touchscreen — stores its shutter count in 3FR RAW files. Read it via ExifTool or Phocus. 3FR is not yet supported in the shuttercount.app browser tool.
Check Shutter Count →The Hasselblad X1D II 50C (June 2019) is the second generation of the X1D line, refining the original X1D (2016) based on user feedback. The most significant improvements are a larger, brighter 3.6-inch touchscreen (vs 3-inch on the X1D), USB-C connectivity for charging and fast data transfer, improved AF response, and better battery life. The 50 MP CMOS medium format sensor (43.8×32.9 mm) and the X-mount lens system are shared with the original X1D.
Like all X-series Hasselblad cameras, the X1D II produces 3FR RAW files. The shutter count is embedded in these files and readable via ExifTool or Hasselblad Phocus. Hasselblad does not publish an official shutter rating; the estimated lifespan based on professional medium format class is approximately 200,000 actuations.
| Model | Release | Sensor | Est. Shutter Life | RAW Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hasselblad X1D II 50C | 2019 | 50 MP CMOS MF (43.8×32.9 mm) | ~200,000 | 3FR |
| Hasselblad X2D 100C (successor) | 2022 | 100 MP BSI CMOS MF (44×33 mm) | ~200,000 | 3FR |
| Fujifilm GFX 50S II (competitor) | 2021 | 51.4 MP BSI CMOS MF (44×33 mm) | ~150,000 | RAF |
| Fujifilm GFX 100S (competitor) | 2021 | 102 MP BSI CMOS MF (44×33 mm) | ~150,000 | RAF |
exiftool -ShutterCount yourfile.3FR in a terminal. ExifTool reads Hasselblad 3FR MakerNote data reliably across X-series bodies.| Actuation Count | % of Est. Life | Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 0 – 10,000 | 0 – 5 % | Very low use — near new |
| 10,000 – 60,000 | 5 – 30 % | Light to moderate use |
| 60,000 – 120,000 | 30 – 60 % | Moderate to heavy use |
| 120,000 – 170,000 | 60 – 85 % | Heavy use — price accordingly |
| 170,000 + | 85 %+ | Near or past estimated life |
The X1D II (2019) improves on the original X1D (2016) with a larger 3.6-inch touchscreen (vs 3-inch), USB-C for charging and data transfer (the X1D used micro-USB), improved AF algorithm, approximately 400-shot battery life (vs ~350 shots on the X1D), and faster overall operation. The sensor, resolution, and lens mount are unchanged. For many users, the USB-C charging and improved touchscreen are the most practical daily-use improvements.
For commercial photographers, landscape artists, and fine-art photographers who need medium format image quality without the X2D’s price premium, the X1D II 50C offers compelling value. Its 50 MP sensor, ~14 stops of dynamic range, and Hasselblad Natural Colour Solution deliver results that compete with any 35mm full-frame camera. The absence of IBIS (added in the X2D 100C) requires a tripod or faster shutter speeds for handheld work. Hasselblad service is expensive — factor this into any used purchase.
The X1D II uses the Hasselblad X-mount, compatible with all XCD lenses. The XCD lens range includes prime and zoom options from 21mm to 135mm (roughly 17–107mm full-frame equivalent). HC/HCD lenses (originally designed for the H-system film cameras) can be used via the XH adapter. Unlike the later XCD lenses which include leaf shutters, HC/HCD lenses use the camera’s focal plane shutter when adapted.
No. Like the original X1D and the successor X2D 100C, the X1D II 50C is designed exclusively for still photography and has no video recording function. This means every actuation in the shutter count represents a still photograph, making the count a precise measure of photographic wear rather than a mix of photo and video use.