HASSELBLAD XCD 3,2-4,5 Ultra Wide Angle Zoom Lens Owner’s Manual

XCD 3,2-4,5 Ultra Wide Angle Zoom Lens

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Specifications

• Lens Model: XCD 3,2-4,5/20-35E

• Focal Length Range: 20-35mm

• Full Frame Equivalency: 16 to 27mm

• Lens Elements: 16 elements in 12 groups

• Special Elements: 3 aspherical elements, 4 Extra Low Dispersion
  elements

• Focus Type: Internal focusing

• Shutter Speed Range: 68 minutes to 1/2000th second

• Flash Sync Speed: Up to 1/2000th second

• Entrance Pupil Position: @20mm – 109mm in front of image plane,
  @35mm – 111mm in front of image plane

Product Usage Instructions

Lens Design and Features

The XCD 3,2-4,5/20-35E is designed to provide a wide angle of
view suitable for landscape, interior, and architectural
photography. With its integral central shutter, it offers versatile
shutter speed options.

Focusing

Ensure to set the focus ring to the desired focal length for
precise focusing. The lens features internal focusing, maintaining
a compact size and consistent balance.

Shutter Speed and Flash Sync

Adjust the shutter speed according to the lighting conditions
and desired creative effect. The flash synchronization speed of up
to 1/2000th second allows for effective use of external flash
units.

Image Quality

The lens elements, including aspherical and ED elements,
contribute to high image quality by reducing aberrations and
distortions. This results in sharp and detailed images across the
focal length range.

FAQ

Q: Can the XCD 3,2-4,5/20-35E lens be used with other camera

bodies?

A: The XCD 3,2-4,5/20-35E lens is specifically designed to
complement the compact X system and 907X camera bodies. While it
may physically mount on other bodies, optimal performance is
achieved when used with compatible systems.

Q: How does the central shutter benefit my photography?

A: The updated integral central shutter of the XCD
3,2-4,5/20-35E lens provides a wide range of shutter speeds from
long exposures to fast action shots. It also allows for high-speed
flash synchronization up to 1/2000th second, enabling creative
control over lighting even in bright conditions.

Q: What is the minimum focusing distance of the XCD

3,2-4,5/20-35E lens?

A: The minimum focusing distance of the lens is not explicitly
mentioned in the provided manual text. It is recommended to refer
to the official documentation or contact the manufacturer for
precise information regarding minimum focusing distance.

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XCD 3,2-4,5/20-35E

DATASHEET 1

The XCD 3,2-4,5/20-35E is Hasselblad’s X system wide angle zoom. Offering Hasselblad’s widest angle of view, its focal length range provides a 16 to 27mm full frame equivalency, making it perfect for landscape, as well as interior and architectural photography. As part of the XCD lens range, its functionality

perfectly complements the compact X system and 907X camera bodys. The XCD 3,2-4,5/20-35E lens has an updated integral central shutter offering a shutter speed range of 68 minutes to 1/2000th second, with flash synchronisation up to 1/2000th second.

GENERAL LENS DATA
Focal length Equivalent focal length (24×36) Aperture range Angle of view diag/hor/vert Length/diameter Length (from camera lens mount flange) Weight (excl. covers and lens shade) Filter diameter Product number

20 (35) mm 16 (27) mm 3,2-32 (4,5-32) 108°/96°/79° (76°/65°/51°) 117/81mm 112mm 805g 77mm CP.HB.00000792.01

CLOSE FOCUS RANGE DATA
Minimum distance object to image plane Maximum image scale Corresponding area of coverage Corresponding exposure reduction

0,32m 1:10,6 (1:6,4) 47×35cm (28×21cm) 0 (0) f-stops

COMPATIBILITY · Hasselblad X System & 907X cameras

LENS DESIGN 16 elements in 12 groups 3 aspherical elements 4 Extra low dispersion elements
FOCUS TYPE Internal focusing ENTRANCE PUPIL POSITION @20mm: 109mm in front of image plane @35mm: 111mm in front of image plane
The entrance pupil position is the correct position of the axis of rotation when making a panorama image by combining individual images of a scene.
: Aspherical Lens elements : ED Lens elements
Specification subject to change without notice.

20mm 27mm 35mm

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XCD 3,2-4,5/20-35E

DATASHEET 2

MTF

100

Modulation Transfer as a function of image

height at infinity setting.

80

MTF [%]

Sagittal slit orientation drawn with continuous

60

line and tangential with dashed. White light.

40

Spatial frequencies 10, 20 and 40 lp/mm.

20

0 0
20mm

f/3,2

10

20

Image height [mm]

MTF [%]

100
80
60 40
20 0
0
27mm

f/4,0

10

20

Image height [mm]

MTF [%]

100
80
60 40
20 0
0
35mm

f/4,5

10

20

Image height [mm]

100 80 60 40 20 0
0

f/8,0

10

20

Image height [mm]

100 80 60 40 20 0
0

f/8,0

10

20

Image height [mm]

100 80 60 40 20 0
0

f/8,0

10

20

Image height [mm]

Specification subject to change without notice.

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RELATIVE ILLUMINATION Infinity setting. When images are imported to Phocus, light fall-off is automatically removed.
20mm

Relative Illumination

1.0 0.8 0.6 0.4 0.2
0 0

f/8,0 f/3,2

10

20

Image height [mm]

27mm

Relative Illumination

1.0 0.8 0.6 0.4 0.2
0 0

f/8,0 f/4,0

10

20

Image height [mm]

35mm

Relative Illumination

1.0 0.8 0.6 0.4 0.2
0 0

f/8,0 f/4,5

10

20

Image height [mm]

DATASHEET 3

Specification subject to change without notice.

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DISTORTION Infinity setting.
When images are imported to Phocus, distortion is automatically removed.

4
2
0
-2
-4 0
20mm

Distortion [%]

10

20

Image height [mm]

4
2
0
-2
-4 0
27mm

Distortion [%]

10

20

Image height [mm]

4
2
0
-2
-4 0
35mm

Distortion [%]

10

20

Image height [mm]

DATASHEET 4

Specification subject to change without notice.

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