Hasselblad XCD 30mm f/3.5 Prime Lens
The Hasselblad 30mm f/3.5 is a 30mm f/3.5 lens designed for Hasselblad X mount cameras. Used copies start from $1,867.62 on GearFocus, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Hasselblad XCD 30mm f/3.5 Prime Lens
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Lens Overview — Hasselblad 30mm f/3.5
Key Features — Hasselblad 30mm f/3.5
30mm Wide-Angle Prime: Fixed 30mm focal length on medium format delivers a natural wide-angle perspective well suited to landscapes, architecture, and interiors.
Medium Format Coverage: Engineered specifically to cover the larger medium format sensor area of Hasselblad X system cameras with no vignetting or crop.
f/3.5 Maximum Aperture: Provides capable light gathering for a wide-angle medium format prime, useful in lower light or when a degree of background separation is needed.
Native Hasselblad X Mount: Full optical and electronic integration with Hasselblad X system bodies ensures reliable autofocus, metering, and lens data communication.
Autofocus and Manual Focus: Supports both AF and MF modes, giving shooters flexibility across a range of shooting styles and subjects.
77mm Filter Thread: Standard 77mm thread makes it straightforward to use existing polarizers, ND filters, and other common filter systems.
Lens Specifications — Hasselblad 30mm f/3.5
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel, Studio |
| Lens Type | Wide-Angle |
| Format | Medium Format |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 30mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/3.5 |
| Camera System | Medium Format |
| Lens Mount | Hasselblad X |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Focus Type | Auto, Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 77mm |
Description — Hasselblad 30mm f/3.5
The Hasselblad XCD 30mm f/3.5 is a wide-angle prime lens purpose-built for the Hasselblad X mount and designed to cover a medium format sensor. With a fixed 31mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/3.5, it delivers a broad field of view that suits landscape, architectural, and interior photography. The lens supports both autofocus and manual focus, providing flexibility for a range of shooting scenarios.
A 77mm filter thread makes it straightforward to attach popular filter types without the need for step-up rings. Weighing 550g, it offers a reasonable balance of build quality and portability within the medium format lens category. Image stabilization is not included, so steady shooting technique or body-based stabilization becomes important, particularly in challenging light.
As a native X system lens, it is designed to integrate directly with Hasselblad X mount cameras, delivering full optical coverage across the medium format frame.
Pros — Hasselblad 30mm f/3.5
- ✓Maximum aperture of f/3.5 provides solid light-gathering capability for a medium format wide-angle prime
- ✓Supports both autofocus and manual focus, offering versatility across shooting styles
- ✓31mm focal length covers the wide-angle range, well-suited for landscapes and architectural work
Cons — Hasselblad 30mm f/3.5
- ✗No image stabilization, which can be a limitation in lower-light or handheld shooting situations
- ✗Hasselblad X mount compatibility limits use to X system bodies only
- ✗f/3.5 maximum aperture, while reasonable for the format, is not the fastest option available in this focal length class
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Frequently Asked Questions — Hasselblad 30mm f/3.5
What camera mount does the Hasselblad XCD 30mm f/3.5 use?+
This lens uses the Hasselblad X mount, making it compatible with cameras in the Hasselblad X system. It is not compatible with other mounts without an adapter.
Does this lens support autofocus?+
Yes, the XCD 30mm f/3.5 supports both autofocus and manual focus, giving photographers the option to switch based on their shooting needs.
What filter size does the XCD 30mm f/3.5 accept?+
The lens has a 77mm filter thread, which is a common and widely available size compatible with many polarizing, ND, and other screw-on filters.
Does this lens have image stabilization?+
No, image stabilization is listed as None for this lens. Photographers shooting handheld in lower light will need to account for this through technique or rely on any stabilization offered by the camera body.
Is this lens designed for medium format cameras?+
Yes, the XCD 30mm f/3.5 is designed specifically for medium format camera systems and is built to cover a medium format sensor. It is intended for use with Hasselblad X mount medium format bodies.
How heavy is the Hasselblad XCD 30mm f/3.5?+
The lens weighs 550g, which is a moderate weight for a medium format prime lens and should be manageable for most shooting scenarios.