The Hasselblad XCD 35-75mm f/3.5-4.5 is the only zoom lens in the Hasselblad X system, covering a 28–59mm full-frame equivalent range on medium format sensors. It features built-in image stabilisation, autofocus, a 15-element / 13-group optical construction, and a 77mm filter thread — all in a body that maintains constant physical dimensions throughout the zoom range.
Key Specifications
- Lens mount: Hasselblad X (XCD series)
- Focal length: 35–75mm (approx. 28–59mm full-frame equivalent)
- Maximum aperture: f/3.5 (wide) — f/4.5 (tele)
- Minimum aperture: f/32
- Optical construction: 15 elements in 13 groups
- Image stabilisation: Yes
- Autofocus: Yes
- Filter thread: 77mm
- Minimum focus distance: 0.6m
- Dimensions: 85mm diameter × 145mm length
- Weight: 1,115g
- Lens hood: Included
Who is the Hasselblad XCD 35-75mm f/3.5-4.5 for?
This lens is designed for Hasselblad X system shooters who want one versatile zoom for landscapes, travel, architecture, and environmental portraits — without swapping glass. The 28–59mm full-frame equivalent range covers wide-angle landscapes at the short end and a natural-perspective portrait focal length at the long end, making it genuinely all-purpose. At 1,115g it's not a lightweight travel companion, but for photographers willing to carry the weight, the combination of autofocus, image stabilisation, and medium format resolution makes it a practical choice. If you're choosing between this and the Hasselblad XCD 35-100mm f/3.5-4.5V (the newer V-series version), know that the 35-100V extends the zoom range but is a larger, heavier lens — the 35-75 remains the more compact option. Photographers who primarily shoot at a single focal length may prefer the Hasselblad XCD 65mm f/2.8 or the Hasselblad XCD 80mm f/1.9 for faster apertures and a smaller footprint.
Buying a used Hasselblad XCD 35-75mm f/3.5-4.5
Picking up this lens second-hand is one of the most practical ways to shoot medium format zoom without the full new-price outlay. Every pre-owned lens on Camera-tweedehands.nl is individually photographed and professionally inspected, so you can see exactly what condition you're getting. All used lenses come with a minimum 12 months warranty and a 14-day return window. For a lens of this size and complexity, checking the autofocus motor and image stabilisation in the listing photos and condition notes is always worthwhile before you commit.
