Hasselblad XCD 55mm f/2.5 V Standard Prime Lens

The Hasselblad XCD 55mm f/2.5 V Standard Prime Lens is a dedicated standard prime for Hasselblad X‑Mount, engineered to deliver unmistakable medium‑format image quality in a compact, hand‑fit package. Weighing just 372 g and built with a robust metal chassis, this lens is as comfortable on a fast street shoot as it is in a studio, freeing you to focus on composition rather than gear heft.

Why this lens stands out

• Compact, durable metal construction pairs field‑ready reliability with premium tactile control, making it a natural companion for on‑location shoots and travel where every gram counts.
• High‑resolution optics with a nine‑element in eight‑group design, including two aspherical elements and one ED element, yields razor‑sharp detail from edge to edge and faithful color rendition across the frame.
• Fast, versatile exposure control features an upgraded leaf shutter that reaches up to 1/2000 s and maintains full flash sync at every speed—great for high‑contrast scenes, creative lighting, and freezing motion in daylight.
• Precise autofocus with tactile manual control a linear stepping motor delivers quick, accurate focus, while a precision‑engraved focus and control ring offers intuitive, responsive manual tweaks in any shooting scenario.
• Weather sealing protects your investment in challenging environments, so you can shoot with confidence in changing weather, dust, or humidity.

Who this lens is for

Ideal for portraiture, documentary work, and street photography where a natural perspective and consistent rendering are essential. If you shoot with Hasselblad X‑Mount bodies and want a standard focal length that behaves like a true workhorse—capable of fine detail, smooth bokeh, and reliable performance in varied lighting—this lens is a compelling choice. It’s also a strong pairing for fashion shoots and product storytelling where precise control and color fidelity matter most.

Key specifications at a glance

• Focal Length: 55 mm
• Maximum Aperture: f/2.5
• Mount: Hasselblad X‑Mount
• Format: Medium Format
• Optical Construction: 9 elements in 8 groups
• Aspherical Elements: 2
• ED Element: 1
• Weight: 372 g
• Leaf Shutter Speed: 1/2000 s
• Weather Sealing: Yes

Practical tips to maximize results

For portraits or lifestyle storytelling, shoot around f/2.5 to isolate subjects with a gentle background separation while preserving skin tones and micro‑contrast across textures. On bright days, leverage the leaf shutter’s full flash sync to fill shadows without introducing motion blur, and keep the lens’s control ring handy for quick focus pulls in dynamic scenes. When traveling light, the 55 mm focal length on Hasselblad X‑Mount bodies provides a natural, undistorted perspective that pairs well with environmental context, letting your subject stand in harmony with the surroundings.