Hasselblad XCD 38mm f/2.5 Lens
The Hasselblad 38mm f/2.5 is a 38mm f/2.5 lens designed for Hasselblad X mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Hasselblad XCD 38mm f/2.5 Lens
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Lens Overview — Hasselblad 38mm f/2.5
Key Features — Hasselblad 38mm f/2.5
38mm Medium Format Prime: Equivalent to roughly 30mm in full-frame terms, delivering a natural wide-angle perspective suited to landscapes, architecture, and street photography.
f/2.5 Maximum Aperture: Fast aperture for a medium format prime, enabling meaningful depth-of-field control and usable performance in lower light conditions.
Hasselblad X Mount: Native mount for the Hasselblad X System integrates fully with the X1D and X2D without adapters, preserving autofocus and electronic communication.
Built-In Leaf Shutter: Integrated leaf shutter enables full flash sync at all shutter speeds, a key advantage for studio and location strobe work on medium format.
Autofocus and Manual Focus: Supports both AF and MF operation, giving photographers flexibility across portrait, documentary, and deliberate slow-shooting workflows.
350g Compact Build: Exceptionally lightweight for a medium format prime, making it practical for travel, location shoots, and extended handheld use.
Lens Specifications — Hasselblad 38mm f/2.5
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Studio, Travel |
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Format | Medium Format |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 38mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/2.5 |
| Camera System | Hasselblad X System (X1D, X2D) |
| Lens Mount | Hasselblad X |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Focus Type | Auto, Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 72mm |
Description — Hasselblad 38mm f/2.5
The Hasselblad XCD 38mm f/2.5 is a prime wide-angle lens built for the Hasselblad X System, compatible with X1D and X2D cameras via the native Hasselblad X mount. With a maximum aperture of f/2.5, this lens gives medium format photographers genuine depth-of-field control and reliable performance when light is limited. It covers the medium format sensor format and is classified as a wide-angle prime, providing a fixed 38mm focal length for a consistent and deliberate shooting experience.
Focusing options include both autofocus and manual focus, accommodating a range of creative approaches. At just 350g, this lens is impressively compact and portable for its class, making it a strong companion for photographers who shoot on location or travel with the X System. A 72mm filter thread provides easy integration with standard filter systems.
Image stabilization is not present in this lens, so steady technique remains important when shooting handheld.
Pros — Hasselblad 38mm f/2.5
- ✓Fast f/2.5 maximum aperture for a medium format prime lens
- ✓Lightweight at just 350g, unusually compact for the medium format category
- ✓Supports both autofocus and manual focus operation
Cons — Hasselblad 38mm f/2.5
- ✗No image stabilization — specifications list this as 'None'
- ✗Exclusively compatible with the Hasselblad X mount, limiting use to the X System
- ✗Single prime focal length offers no zoom flexibility
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Frequently Asked Questions — Hasselblad 38mm f/2.5
Which cameras is the Hasselblad XCD 38mm f/2.5 compatible with?+
This lens is designed for the Hasselblad X System and is compatible with cameras including the X1D and X2D. It uses the Hasselblad X mount and is not compatible with other camera systems without an adapter.
Does this lens support autofocus?+
Yes, the XCD 38mm f/2.5 supports both autofocus and manual focus operation, giving shooters flexibility depending on their subject and shooting style.
Does the lens have image stabilization?+
No, image stabilization is listed as 'None' in the specifications. Photographers who need stabilization will need to rely on their shooting technique or any stabilization built into their camera body.
What filter size does the XCD 38mm f/2.5 use?+
The lens features a 72mm filter thread, which is a common size with broad filter availability across circular polarizers, ND filters, and other accessories.
How heavy is the XCD 38mm f/2.5?+
The lens weighs 350g, which is notably light for a medium format prime. This makes it a practical choice for photographers who prioritize portability alongside medium format image quality.
Is this a zoom or prime lens?+
The XCD 38mm f/2.5 is a prime lens with a fixed 38mm focal length. It falls into the wide-angle category and does not offer variable focal length or zoom capability.