Overview

The Hasselblad 38mm F2.5 XCD lens is a compact, lightweight (350g) all-metal prime praised for its sharpness, gorgeous color science, and dreamy bokeh. It offers fast autofocus in good light but can struggle with backlit or macro scenes. Visible vignetting persists even stopped down, though easily corrected. The push-pull focus clutch and unified V-series design enhance handling. It suits travel, street, landscape, and portrait photographers seeking a versatile 30mm-equivalent lens, especially those invested in the Hasselblad system.