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Hasselblad XCD 21mm f/4

Hasselblad's ultra-wide prime for the X-system — the XCD 21mm f/4 delivers a 17mm full-frame equivalent field of view across the large 44×33mm medium format sensor. At this focal length on a sensor of this size, the rendering of space and depth is unique to medium format — an environmental breadth no full-frame ultra-wide can reproduce. The integrated central shutter enables flash sync at all speeds, silent operation, and vibration-free capture. Weather-sealed and compatible with all Hasselblad XCD mount cameras including the X1D II 50C, X2D 100C, and 907X & CFV 100C.

GearFrame's Take

A 17mm equivalent on medium format produces a sense of space and depth no full-frame ultra-wide can replicate — the XCD 21mm is a unique creative lens.

Starting from
£3195 new
Used from £1769 (eBay)
Average price across retailers: ~£3000
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Wex Photo Video
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£3195
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Core
Released
2018
Aperture
f/4 (max aperture)
Compatible Mount
Hasselblad XCD
Dimensions
90mm diameter × 106.5mm length
Weight
740g
Weather Sealed
Yes
Optics & Focus
AF Motor
Internal AF motor — fast and near-silent with integrated central shutter
Optical IS
None (relies on X2D body IBIS)
Min. Focus Distance
30cm minimum focus distance

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GearScore™ — Suitability by Genre
Architecture
9.0
Landscape
9.0
Travel
7.0
Great For
🏛️
Architecture 17mm equivalent on medium format resolves building facades and interiors with a spatial rendering that no full-frame system can match.
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Landscape Ultra-wide perspective combined with the tonal depth of medium format — captures dramatic environments with unique fidelity.
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Travel Weather-sealed and silent — covers wide environmental scenes for travel photographers working at medium format quality.
⚠️ Not Ideal For

No significant limitations identified — this is a versatile camera without obvious weak spots for most shooters.

📝 How suitability scores are calculated Scores reflect the aggregated consensus from verified purchaser reviews across tracked UK retailers, weighted by photography genre tags applied by reviewers. This is community opinion — not GearFrame editorial assessment. See our full methodology →
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