A complete mirrorless medium format starter kit, the silver X1D Field Kit from Hasselblad is a comprehensive setup revolving around the compact X1D-50c camera. In addition to the body, the kit also includes the XCD 30mm f/3.5, XCD 45mm f/3.5, and XCD 90mm f/3.2 lenses; two rechargeable lithium-ion batteries; shoulder and wrist straps; a cleaning kit containing a cloth, dust blower, and lens pen; and a rugged Pelican hard case to store and protect all of the equipment.
Determined to shake up the photographic industry, Hasselblad has unleashed a world's first in the form of the silver X1D-50c Medium Format Mirrorless Digital Camera. This camera takes the well-regarded 50MP 43.8 x 32.9mm CMOS sensor found in numerous medium format systems and incorporates it into a revolutionary mirrorless camera body. Designed and handmade in Sweden, this camera is a precision tool with exceptional ergonomics and a compact size that even rivals smaller format systems. Taking this system above and beyond the rest is a large sensor that works hand-in-hand with the Hasselblad Natural Color Solution to create phenomenal raw images with smooth tonal gradations thanks to 16-bit color depth and 14 stops of dynamic range.
Image quality is superb, and Hasselblad's electronic system is capable of capturing clean images within a sensitivity range of ISO 100-25600, while also being able to capture photos at a rate of up to 2.3 fps. Moving a bit beyond pure image quality, the X1D embraces the Hasselblad Central Lens Shutter, enabling shutter speeds as long as 60 minutes or as short as 1/2000 second, with flash sync possible at every speed. Additionally, to make the camera more versatile, Full HD 1080p video at 25 fps using H.264 compression is possible.
Moving into operational details, the X1D embraces mirrorless design by incorporating a 2.36MP XGA electronic viewfinder that permits natural, eye-level monitoring with the added advantage of overlays and programmable information in direct sight. One such feature would be the ability to shoot in various aspects with a view that compensates for such changes, including square or the classic XPan panoramic format. Alongside this EVF is a 3.0" 920k-dot touchscreen LCD on the rear that permits intuitive operation of all of the camera's features and settings.
For more physical and tactile use, the X1D offers front and rear dials as well as a mode dial which can be locked into a recessed position to prevent accidental changes when it is in your bag. There are also dual SD card slots for backup, organization, or just having extra storage. Bringing the system into the modern age is built-in Wi-Fi, allowing for remote connection and file transfer. Additionally, it has Mini HDMI, audio input and output, and a super-fast USB 3.0 Type C connection.
With a sleek design to match the X1D camera system, the XCD 30mm f/3.5 Lens from Hasselblad is a wide-angle, 24mm equivalent prime designed to cover the camera's large 43.8 x 32.9mm sensor area. This wide lens, with a 71° angle of view, is well-suited to landscape, architectural, and reportage shooting applications. It also features a 1.3' minimum focusing distance along with an optical design meant to maintain image quality and sharpness throughout the focusing range for accurate depiction of close-up subjects. Like other XCD lenses, the 30mm f/3.5 has an integrated Central Lens Shutter that is capable of shutter speeds up to 1/2000 sec with flash sync at all speeds, and its internal autofocus design can be manually overridden for precise manual focusing control.
Incorporating exceptional optics and beautiful a design signature of Hasselblad, the XCD 45mm f/3.5 Lens will deliver crisp, finely detailed images for the mirrorless X system. Covering a large 44 x 33mm sensor area, this lens provides a wide angle 35mm equivalent focal length when compared to more common full-frame sensors. It also offers a huge advantage in the form of an integrated Central Lens Shutter capable of flash sync up to 1/2000 second. During general use it can focus as close as 1.3' and offers autofocus with internal focusing and full-time manual focus override. Additionally, it has a 67mm front filter thread.
Providing a flattering short telephoto perspective equivalent to 71mm on full-frame sensor, this exceptional XCD 90mm f/3.2 Lens from Hasselblad will allow users of the mirrorless X system to realize the full potential of their medium format system. It also offers a huge advantage in the form of an integrated Central Lens Shutter capable of flash sync up to 1/2000 second. During general use it can focus as close as 2.3' and offers autofocus with internal focusing and full-time manual focus override. Additionally, it has a 67mm front filter thread.
The 3200mAh Hasselblad H-3054752 Rechargeable Battery is a lithium-ion battery for the X1D-50c camera. It is sold here as a spare or replacement item.