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Hasselblad XCD 135mm f/2.8 Lens with X Converter 1.7x

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Hasselblad XCD 135mm f/2.8 Lens with X Converter 1.7x
Key Features
  • Hasselblad X System
  • 105mm (35mm Equivalent)
  • Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/32
  • Central Lens Shutter, 1/2000 sec Sync
Ideally suited for portraiture and landscape, the XCD 135mm f/2.8 Lens with X Converter 1.7x from Hasselblad is a short telephoto prime bundled with a dedicated 1.7x teleconverter. With X-series mirrorless medium format cameras, the lens itself offers a 105mm equivalent focal length, and when the teleconverter is in place, this equivalent focal length is increased to 178mm. The flattering perspective of the short-tele pairs with the close 3.3' minimum focusing distance to suit photographing close-up subjects, and an advanced optical design helps to realize high clarity and sharpness throughout the focusing range. Like other XCD lenses, the 135mm f/2.8 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. Additionally, the 75mm Tripod Mount Ring is also included for more stable shooting when working with this lens and teleconverter combination atop a tripod.
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Hasselblad XCD 135mm f/2.8 Overview

Ideally suited for portraiture and landscape, the XCD 135mm f/2.8 Lens with X Converter 1.7x from Hasselblad is a short telephoto prime bundled with a dedicated 1.7x teleconverter. With X-series mirrorless medium format cameras, the lens itself offers a 105mm equivalent focal length, and when the teleconverter is in place, this equivalent focal length is increased to 178mm. The flattering perspective of the short-tele pairs with the close 3.3' minimum focusing distance to suit photographing close-up subjects, and an advanced optical design helps to realize high clarity and sharpness throughout the focusing range. Like other XCD lenses, the 135mm f/2.8 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. Additionally, the 75mm Tripod Mount Ring is also included for more stable shooting when working with this lens and teleconverter combination atop a tripod.

X Converter 1.7x
Included with the 135mm f/2.8 lens is the dedicated X Converter 1.7x; a 1.7x teleconverter that offers an effective focal length of 226mm, or 178mm equivalent to full-frame sensors. The converter has a six elements, four groups optical design and maintains the autofocus, central shutter, and optical performance of the 135mm f/2.8 lens. When the X Converter 1.7x is in place, the effective specifications are:
  • Aperture Range: f/4.8 to f/32
  • Angle of View: 14°
  • Minimum Focusing Distance: 3.4'
  • Maximum Magnification: 1:3.4
  • Dimensions: 3.2 x 7.7" / 81 x 195 mm
  • Weight: 3 lb / 1372 g

Hasselblad XCD 135mm f/2.8 Specs

Key Specs
Focal Length
133mm
Maximum Aperture
f/2.8
Lens Mount
Hasselblad X
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
No
Filter Size
77 mm (Front)
Maximum Aperture
f/2.8
Minimum Aperture
f/32
Lens Mount
Hasselblad X
Angle of View
23°
Area of Coverage
26 x 19 cm
Minimum Focus Distance
3.28' / 1 m
Maximum Magnification
0.17x
Optical Design
10 Elements in 6 Groups
Focus Type
Autofocus
Image Stabilization
No
Leaf Shutter
Yes, up to 1/2000 Second Sync Speed
Tripod Collar
Removable and Rotating
Filter Size
77 mm (Front)
Dimensions (ø x L)
3.19 x 5.87" / 81 x 149 mm
Weight
2.06 lb / 935 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
8 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
13.4 x 11.28 x 10.3"

Hasselblad XCD 135mm f/2.8 Reviews

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Does the lens + converter come with a tripod ...

Does the lens + converter come with a tripod collar and foot?
Asked by: Adrian
Yes the tripod mount ring is included in the package.
Answered by: Daniel C
Date published: 2022-02-28

Can the lens be used by itself without the ...

Can the lens be used by itself without the converter?
Asked by: Roderick
Yes, the Hasselblad XCD 135mm f/2.8 Lens with X Converter 1.7x can be used by itself without the converter.
Answered by: Daniel C
Date published: 2023-12-30

I know it says "dedicated X converter" but can ...

I know it says "dedicated X converter" but can the converter be used on other XCD lenses?
Asked by: Christopher
Due to the optical element of the X Converter 1.7x protruding into the lens, the X Converter currently is only compatible with the XCD 135mm f/2.8 lens.
Answered by: Jeremy
Date published: 2022-05-08

Will this work with other lens from the series? ...

Will this work with other lens from the series? It might seem strange question but sometimes I like to see the result.
Asked by: Eight
No it wont it wont even mount
Answered by: vilson
Date published: 2021-05-28

What tripod mount does the collar of this lens ...

What tripod mount does the collar of this lens correspond to ? Apparently it doesnt work with Arca-Swiss
Asked by: Amlan
The Hasselblad XCD 135mm f/2.8 Lens with X Converter 1.7x includes a tripod collar with 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 threaded sockets. You can mount your Arca Swiss lens plate to those sockets and then you can attach it to your Arca Swiss tripod head.
Answered by: Daniel C
Date published: 2023-11-29

Where is the lens made?

Where is the lens made?
Asked by: Ephraim
The Hasselblad XCD 135mm f/2.8 is made in Japan.
Answered by: hectorm
Date published: 2023-06-12

Is there any third-party quick release ...

Is there any third-party quick release plate/adaptor that makes the included Hasselblad tripod mount ring mountable on an Arca type quick release system?
Asked by: Magneto
Yes - any of the small lens plates from Really Right Stuff work just fine.
Answered by: David
Date published: 2023-12-24
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