Hasselblad has announced the 'Earth Explorer' limited edition X2D kit, which it says is 'designed for photographers who explore and capture the beauty of Earth's natural landscapes.'

Hasselblad’s X2D 100C is one of the most powerful medium-format cameras on the market: with a 100MP CMOS sensor and a whole terabyte of built-in storage, this unit is an absolute powerhouse for the discerning photographer. But for those who want an element of personalization for their camera, options have been limited - but not for much longer.

Whatever its inspiration, I'm all for the new version of the X2D 100C that's limited to just 1000 units worldwide. The stumbling block? It's a whopping $13,999 / £12,749 (we don't have Australia pricing yet) – that's almost twice the amount of the original version that most people are already priced out of.

B&H is pleased to introduce the Hasselblad X2D 100C Earth Explorer Limited Edition Kit. Combining a unique Tundra Brown-colored camera body with the XCD 55mm f/2.5 V lens, a UV filter, two batteries,