Hasselblad XCD 35-100mm f/2.8-4 E
Hasselblad · 35–100 mm · f/2.8–4 · XCD
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What We Like
+Flagship E Series optics with edge-to-edge sharpness equivalent to prime lenses across entire zoom range
+Bright f/2.8 aperture at wide end enables exceptional low-light performance and beautiful bokeh
+Extended 35-100mm range (28-76mm equivalent) covers wide-angle to portrait telephoto, replacing approximately 7 prime lenses
+Fast, accurate autofocus with newest stepping motor and internal focus design; supports continuous AF-C tracking on X2D II
+19% lighter and 10% shorter than predecessor while offering longer zoom range and faster maximum aperture
+Full-flash synchronization at all shutter speeds (1/4000 to 68 minutes) via integrated leaf shutter
Worth Knowing
−Premium price point at $4,599 USD makes it one of the most expensive zoom lenses; comparable Fujifilm alternative costs approximately half
−Sharpness peaks from 35-70mm; performance at 100mm is adequate but slightly lower than at shorter focal lengths
−Not weather sealed, limiting use in challenging environmental conditions compared to some competing systems
−Unusual bokeh characteristics at high mechanical shutter speeds (above 1/250) and onion-ring bokeh from aspherical elements
General | |
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About This LensThe Hasselblad XCD 35-100mm f/2.8-4 E is a fast medium-format standard zoom for the Hasselblad X-series cameras. With 28-76mm equivalent focal length and approximately 3x optical zoom, it spans essential wide-angle, standard and medium telephoto ranges. Its 16 elements in 13 groups, incorporating 3 aspherical elements and 5 ED elements, delivers exceptional resolution that meets the demands of the 100-megapixel sensor. Having f/2.8 at the wide end makes this the fastest medium format zoom on the market; it is faster, smaller, lighter and has a greater zoom range than both the Hasselblad XCD 35-75 f/3.5-4.5 and the rival Fujifilm GF 45-100mm f/4. | |
| Brand | Hasselblad |
| Release Year | 2025 |
Production Status ⓘCurrent status of lens manufacturing (e.g., in production, discontinued). |  In Production |
Pro Branding ⓘSpecific branding codes used for professional-tier lenses. | XCD |
Lens Mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. | Hasselblad X |
System ⓘIndicates which camera system the lens is designed to attach to. | Hasselblad X |
Maximum Format ⓘLargest sensor size compatible with the lens. |  Medium Format |
Physical | |
| Lens Weight | 894 g |
Lens Diameter ⓘWidth of the lens at its widest point | 90 mm |
Lens Length ⓘHow long the lens is from front to back. | 133 mm |
Front Filter Compatible ⓘSome lenses are compatible with front filters, some are compatible with back filters and some are compatible with both. Front filters are usually more convenient to add and remove. |  Yes |
Front Filter Size ⓘDiameter of attachable filters. | 86 mm |
Optics | |
Focal Range ⓘShortest to longest focal length of the lens (zoom range start - end ) | 35–100 mm |
Aperture Range ⓘLargest aperture at the lens's shortest focal length to longest focal length (aperture range start - end) | 2.8–4 |
| Focal Length Angle of View | 76°–31° |
Flange Focal Distance ⓘDistance from lens mount to sensor. | 18.14 mm |
Diaphragm Type ⓘStructure and design of the aperture |  Automatic |
Blades ⓘNumber of diaphragm blades in aperture | 32020 |
Zoom Lens ⓘZoom allows you to vary the focal length, change between long shots and close-ups |  Yes |
Zoom Mechanism ⓘSystem enabling zoom function |  Manual |
Zoom Ring ⓘIf zooming is adjusted using a zoom ring |  Yes |
Zoom Type ⓘThe design or approach to zooming |  Rotary |
Closest Focusing Distance ⓘMinimum distance for a subject to be in focus. | 40 cm01500 |
Maximum Magnification ⓘLargest size a subject can be reproduced | 0.25x |
| Autofocus Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Mode |  Yes |
| Manual Focusing Ring |  Yes |
Features | |
Weather Sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. | No |
Fluorine Coating ⓘCoating to repel water and oil from lens elements. | No |
| Built In Lens Hood | No |
| Lens Hood Type |  Round |
Zoom Lock ⓘZoom lock allows the zoom ring to be locked at the desired focal length | No |
Teleconverter ⓘA teleconverter (extender) is an extra piece of equipment that fits between the lens and the camera body to enhance magnification | No |
| Image Stabilization | No |
Construction | |
Elements ⓘLens elements refer to individual pieces of glass within the lens. | 16 |
| Groups | 13 |
Aspherical Elements ⓘThe number of aspherical lens elements which can help correct aberrations such as spherical aberration. | 3 |
Bi Aspherical Elements ⓘElements with two non-spherical surfaces | 0 |
Low Dispersion ⓘElements that reduce chromatic aberration | 5 |
Super Low Dispersion ⓘAdvanced elements further reducing chromatic aberration | 0 |
CA Reduction ⓘBuilt-in features to reduce chromatic aberration | 0 |
Internal Focusing ⓘInternal Focusing means that the lens does not change in size during focusing, and the front element does not rotate. |  Yes |