Hasselblad X2D II 100C in the Desert: A Real-World Field Test
11/12/2026100 megapixels. Harsh desert sunlight. One incredible location. Juan heads to the salt flats with the Hasselblad X2D II 100C to see what this flagship medium format camera can really do for portrait photography. From preserving detail in challenging highlights and shadows to capturing skin texture, color, and the signature medium format look, we put the X2D II through a demanding real-world shoot.
- 00:00 - Today's Photoshoot
- 00:47 - Portraits in Harsh Sunlight
- 01:37 - First Impressions of the Display
- 02:13 - The Medium Format Look
- 02:50 - Hasselblad XCD 35-100mm Lens
- 04:20 - A More Thoughtful Approach to Photography
- 05:04 - EVF Experience
- 05:36 - Getting Up Close (90mm f/2.5 V)
- 06:22 - Testing Dynamic Range
- 07:00 - Standard Portriats (55mm f/2.5 V)
- 08:08 - Final Thoughts: Is the X2D II Worth It?
