Hasselblad X2D: what each focal length frames
The Hasselblad X2D has a 0.79x crop factor (44 x 33 medium format sensor), so a lens frames like its focal length times 0.79x on full frame. A 50 mm lens on the Hasselblad X2D frames like 40 mm on full frame.
Lens mount: Hasselblad XCD.
Compare focal lengths on the Hasselblad X2D over a photo
How the frames nest on the Hasselblad X2D
Focal length table for the Hasselblad X2D
| Focal length | Full-frame equivalent | Horizontal angle | Vertical angle | Diagonal angle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 mm | 11 mm | 114.8° | 99.1° | 125.8° |
| 16 mm | 13 mm | 107.7° | 91.5° | 119.4° |
| 18 mm | 14 mm | 101.2° | 84.8° | 113.4° |
| 20 mm | 16 mm | 95.2° | 78.8° | 107.7° |
| 24 mm | 19 mm | 84.8° | 68.8° | 97.5° |
| 28 mm | 22 mm | 76.1° | 60.8° | 88.7° |
| 35 mm | 28 mm | 64.1° | 50.3° | 76.1° |
| 40 mm | 32 mm | 57.4° | 44.7° | 68.8° |
| 50 mm | 40 mm | 47.3° | 36.4° | 57.4° |
| 70 mm | 55 mm | 34.8° | 26.4° | 42.7° |
| 85 mm | 67 mm | 28.9° | 21.9° | 35.7° |
| 100 mm | 79 mm | 24.7° | 18.7° | 30.6° |
| 135 mm | 107 mm | 18.4° | 13.9° | 22.9° |
| 200 mm | 158 mm | 12.5° | 9.4° | 15.6° |
| 300 mm | 237 mm | 8.4° | 6.3° | 10.4° |
Classic full-frame looks on the Hasselblad X2D
To get the framing a full-frame shooter means by these focal lengths, use these on the Hasselblad X2D:
- To frame like 24 mm on full frame, use 30 mm on the Hasselblad X2D.
- To frame like 35 mm on full frame, use 44 mm on the Hasselblad X2D.
- To frame like 50 mm on full frame, use 63 mm on the Hasselblad X2D.
- To frame like 85 mm on full frame, use 108 mm on the Hasselblad X2D.
- To frame like 135 mm on full frame, use 171 mm on the Hasselblad X2D.
What each lens covers at a distance on the Hasselblad X2D
Width x height of the scene each focal length captures on the Hasselblad X2D, held horizontally. Close up, real lenses frame a little tighter than this.
| Focal length | At 1 m | At 2 m | At 3 m | At 5 m | At 10 m |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 mm | 1.8 × 1.4 m | 3.7 × 2.7 m | 5.5 × 4.1 m | 9.1 × 6.8 m | 18.3 × 13.7 m |
| 35 mm | 1.3 × 0.9 m | 2.5 × 1.9 m | 3.8 × 2.8 m | 6.3 × 4.7 m | 12.5 × 9.4 m |
| 50 mm | 0.9 × 0.7 m | 1.8 × 1.3 m | 2.6 × 2.0 m | 4.4 × 3.3 m | 8.8 × 6.6 m |
| 85 mm | 0.5 × 0.4 m | 1.0 × 0.8 m | 1.5 × 1.2 m | 2.6 × 1.9 m | 5.2 × 3.9 m |
| 135 mm | 0.3 × 0.2 m | 0.6 × 0.5 m | 1.0 × 0.7 m | 1.6 × 1.2 m | 3.2 × 2.4 m |
Portrait distances on the Hasselblad X2D
How far to stand from the subject with the Hasselblad X2D held vertically, so the subject fills 90% of the frame height. Full body means a 1.8 m person, head and shoulders about 0.5 m.
- With 35 mm on the Hasselblad X2D: about 1.6 m (5.2 ft) for a full-body portrait, 0.4 m (1.5 ft) for head and shoulders.
- With 50 mm on the Hasselblad X2D: about 2.3 m (7.5 ft) for a full-body portrait, 0.6 m (2.1 ft) for head and shoulders.
- With 85 mm on the Hasselblad X2D: about 3.9 m (13 ft) for a full-body portrait, 1.1 m (3.5 ft) for head and shoulders.
- With 135 mm on the Hasselblad X2D: about 6.2 m (20 ft) for a full-body portrait, 1.7 m (5.6 ft) for head and shoulders.
Questions
What does a 50 mm lens look like on the Hasselblad X2D?
It frames like 40 mm on full frame, with a horizontal angle of view of 47.3°.
Which lens gives a 50 mm full-frame look on the Hasselblad X2D?
A lens of about 63 mm. It frames like 50 mm on full frame.
How far do I stand for a full-body portrait with an 85 mm lens on the Hasselblad X2D?
About 3.9 m (13 ft) from the subject, with the camera held vertically. That fits a 1.8 m person in 90% of the frame height. For head and shoulders, stand about 1.1 m (3.5 ft) away.
How much does a 35 mm lens cover at 3 m on the Hasselblad X2D?
About 3.8 × 2.8 m, width by height, with the camera held horizontally. At 10 m it covers about 12.5 × 9.4 m.
Can I see these focal lengths on the Hasselblad X2D before buying a lens?
Yes. Prospekt for iPhone has the Hasselblad X2D built in. Pick it, choose a focal length and point your phone to see the framing live.
Other cameras with the same sensor size
Fujifilm GFX 100 II, Fujifilm GFX 100S II, Hasselblad X1D II, Hasselblad 907X