HASSELBLAD X1D II 50C + XCD 55mm f2.5

HASSELBLAD X1D II 50C

Equipped with a 50 megapixel sensor, the X1D II 50C mirrorless medium format camera is the continuation of the lightweight and mobile X-System. Incorporating the award-winning design of the first generation, the X1D II 50C keeps medium format mobile with its compact design. Improved technology includes a larger 3.6-inch touchscreen, enhanced electronic viewfinder (EVF), higher Live View refresh rate, and more intuitive and responsive menu navigation, while

USB-C or Wi-Fi makes it easy to integrate an iPad Pro with the Hasselblad Phocus Mobile 2 app into mobile workflows

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With an extensive range of high-quality lenses, including the XCD, HC/HCD, XPan and V-System lenses, the creative possibilities are limitless.

Compact performance
Lightweight and easy to carry around, the X1D II 50C offers medium-format performance in a more compact size than is common with most 35mm full-frame cameras. Each camera's 50-megapixel CMOS sensor is individually calibrated for optimal performance. At 43.8 x 32.9 mm, it offers exceptional color depth and a dynamic range of 14 stops. The built-in Hasselblad Natural Colour Solution (HNCS) delivers superior, natural color tones that match visual human perception. Based on the award-winning design of the first generation, the Hasselblad X1D II 50C continues the concept of the ideal combination of form and function. It offers Hasselblad's traditionally outstanding image quality, providing RAW shooting with 16-bit color depth and full-resolution JPEG files in a compact and lightweight body design.

Intuitive User Experience
The brilliant, 3.6-inch, 2.36 million-dot touchscreen and a 3.69-dot OLED EVF provide higher resolution for better post-shot evaluation. With a magnification factor of 0.87, you can see even more with the now even larger EVF in the X1D II 50C. In addition, the system menu can also be accessed when using the EVF, which is especially beneficial in bright sunlight.

Building on the intuitive menu navigation of its predecessor, the X1D II 50C's menu is even more responsive

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Furthermore, the touchscreen allows moving the automatic focus with just one finger and easily adjusting the focus area with two fingers. With, compared to its predecessor, nearly halved start-up time, higher Live View refresh rate at 60 fps, low shutter lag and shortened wait times between individual shots, the camera offers even smoother operation.

Improved Electronics
The improved electronic platform in the X1D II 50C makes for an even more responsive camera system, with faster preview viewing and quicker shot evaluation. In addition, the higher frame rate of 60 frames per second provides an even smoother live view display - both on the touchscreen and in the EVF. The higher resolution (1024x768) of the touchscreen renders shots clearly and faithfully. With the X1D II 50C, full-resolution shots can now be generated in-camera as high-quality JPEG files - with the color fidelity familiar from Hasselblad. Dual SD card slots with extra-fast UHS-II bus ensure ample available storage and can alternatively be used to create a backup copy directly when shooting.

Best connected
Built-in Wi-Fi and USB-C simplify mobile workflows with wireless or tethered image transfer capability and tethered shooting via Phocus Mobile 2. Tethered shooting is also possible via Phocus desktop software for macOS and Windows. The built-in GPS module allows captures to be directly tagged with the capture location if desired.

Mobile workflows with Phocus Mobile 2
For even more options when working with a Hasselblad, Phocus Mobile 2 takes the imaging process to a better, more mobile level. With connectivity via USB-C and Wi-Fi, Phocus Mobile 2 works on iPad Pro and current iPad Air tablets - giving even the most well-traveled photographers a fast, efficient and always-available mobile workflow with them. With the app, users can import and edit RAW shots or transfer and directly rate full-quality JPEG shots.

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addition, full-quality images can be exported, the camera can be controlled from the tablet, and tethered shooting can be performed.

Designed for professional photographers
Based on the award-winning design of the first generation, Hasselblad continues its design concept with the X1D II 50C, combining form and function for ideal handling. The most important buttons and dials are located on the outer sides of the camera for a clearly structured body design, while all other settings are easily accessible via the touchscreen. The USB-C port and the two SD card slots are protected from the weather by two robust flaps. Due to the location of the shutter in the lens, the weight of the X1D II 50C has been reduced and made much more compact overall.

Ergonomic Handling
The ergonomically sized grip of the X1D II 50C provides a secure hold and makes composing shots easy and comfortable

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The battery is firmly seated in the bay with just a click, and removal is a simple operation of the release lever followed by a gentle push in of the battery. The battery can be charged directly in the camera via USB-C, such as with a USB charger, computer or power bank, without an external charger.

Premium Lenses from 21 to 500mm
With the X1D II 50C, photographers have access to the full range of Hasselblad lenses for medium format. This includes 9 XCD lenses, 12 HC/HCD lenses (and the H 1.7X converter) with the XH adapter, and other H system accessories.Furthermore, XPan lenses can be used via the XPan adapter and V system lenses via the XV adapter. All XCD and HC/HCD lenses feature a leaf shutter for unrestricted flash sync up to 1/2000 sec for all X-System lenses. Made of rugged metal components, Hasselblad lenses have been thoroughly tested and always deliver optimal performance and image quality.

HASSELBLAD XCD 55mm f2.

5 The XCD 2.5/55V standard lens corresponds to a full-frame focal length of 43mm and produces a field of view similar to that of the human eye. This perspective, combined with the soft bokeh effect of the large f2.5 aperture, makes this lens an excellent option for full- or half-length portraits and ideal for documentary, still life, or everyday photography. When using the XCD 2.5/55V lens with a small aperture, the leaf shutter can produce the 8-point starburst effect typical of Hasselblad in bright light sources. With its compact optical design, small and lightweight focus module, and optimized leaf shutter, the XCD 2.5/55V weighs only 372 g, but offers top-class optical performance.

Precise optics, outstanding images

Capturing the finest nuances of light and shadow starts with the lens. Only with excellent resolution and color reproduction can it provide a solid foundation for imaging. A medium format sensor has a large surface area and high pixel density, which places high demands on the precision of the lens. Starting with the selection of high-quality glass, Hasselblad engineers carefully grind each lens to perfect its optical quality and meet the resolution requirements of 100 million pixels.

The XCD 2.5/55V lens features nine elements in eight groups, including two aspherical elements, an ED glass element, and a specially manufactured large-diameter aspherical element. With the optimized arrangement, the lens not only has a compact size, but also improves light transmission and suppresses chromatic dispersion. Combining the XCD 2.5/55V with a Hasselblad medium format mirrorless camera delivers impressive results.

New Focus Module: Fast, Light, Precise

The improved focus module uses a linear stepper motor and a lighter, smaller lens group for focusing. These changes eliminate any lag caused by lens group movement and, together with the X2D 100C's PDAF technology, mean that the focus position can be reached quickly and a precise stop can be achieved. The result is fast, flexible and accurate focusing.

Small Central Shutter, Big Help

The central shutter is a powerful component in Hasselblad's medium format system. The XCD 2.5/55V lens features an improved leaf shutter that, while smaller, retains the same precision performance as its predecessors and is fast and quiet to prevent interference when shooting. In addition, this extremely small shutter shoots at up to 1/2000 sec and delivers flash sync at all speeds.

A familiar yet new aesthetic

The XCD 2.5/55V is a precision-machined metal lens with a focus ring and a newly added control ring. Both rings are finely engraved with a Hasselblad "H" logo. The design is created with a precision 0.3mm mill and is a nod to the memorable look of the HC/HCD lenses. Whether paired with the X System or 907X cameras, this new lens is both a tribute to the past and a unique, elegant statement.

Comfortable and intuitive controls

The lens is designed to feel comfortable and intuitive in the hand to fully support the creative process, not distract from it. The tactile mechanics of the focus ring and control ring are fine-tuned for a smooth and sensual experience. A simple push and pull of the focus ring switches from AF to MF mode, and the intuitive scale markings let you instantly see focus distance and depth of field at a glance. The control ring can be customized for quick access to preferred functions, making shooting more convenient and efficient.