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  • Page 1 User Guide User Guide Version X1D v1.0...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    X1D Features X1D Camera and Lenses Features Check the Delivery X1D Technical Specifications System Requirements About this User Guide Interactive PDF Search Tools Format and Printing the X1D User Guide Safety Safety and Warnings Cautions Disposal ISED Certification Information Functions...
  • Page 3 Remove SD Memory Cards Format SD Cards Format Memory Cards via Touch Display 3.14 XCD Lenses Hasselblad XCD 45 Lens, 45 mm Hasselblad XCD 90 Lens, 90 mm 3.15 Remove and Attach a Lens Remove the Lens Attach the Lens...
  • Page 4 3.24 Phocus Features in Phocus Phocus Mobile 3.25 Connect to a Computer 3.26 Camera Configuration in Phocus Phocus and Hasselblad Capture Files 3.27 Battery Battery Charger Charge the Battery Rechargeable Battery Specification Battery Life and Battery Warning 3.28 Temperature Warning 3.29...
  • Page 5 XCD HC Lens Adapter Optional HC Lens Accessories H 13, 26 and 52 Extension tubes Optional Accessories Pro shade V/H 60 – 95 Pro shade adapters X1D XCD Lens Filter Dimensions UV-sky filters Pola filters Camera strap H Troubleshooting Error Messages...
  • Page 6: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION...
  • Page 7: Medium Format Photography

    So, just when available in the world today and an acceptance that there are no you think things can't get much better, they do. And the X1D is shortcuts in this process. that model - all the good things from our past and ready for the...
  • Page 8: Update X1D Camera Firmware

    The X1D Camera System can be updated with improvements and new functions. Before you start to use your new X1D Camera, please visit www.hasselblad.com and download the latest X1D Camera Firmware and Update the Camera System to make sure you get the latest functionality.
  • Page 9: Check The Delivery

    CAMERA BODY LENS RELEASE BUTTON LENS In the package Check the Delivery USB stick with X1D User Guide and Phocus Software. 1 Unpack all items. 2 Make sure that all the items Camera Body listed on the attached package Camera Front Protective Cover information are supplied.
  • Page 10: X1D Technical Specifications

    Metering range Spot: EV2 to 21, Center Weighted: EV1 to 21, Center Spot: EV1 to 21 Power supply Rechargeable Li-ion battery (7.2 VDC/3200 mAh) ISO Range ISO 100 - 25600 Customization Some of the X1D’s functions can be customized by the user to suit specific styles or situations through the built-in menu system. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 11: System Requirements

    A USB SD card reader can also be used for image transfer from the SD cards. ABOUT THIS USER GUIDE The X1D User Guide is designed for onscreen PDF reading to take advantage of the interactivity functions and search tools. INTERACTIVE PDF You can navigate the User Guide by selecting a chapter in the Table of Contents.
  • Page 12: Safety

    SAFETY...
  • Page 13: Safety And Warnings

    Do not touch the CMOS Sensor with your fingers. This can cause damage to the equipment. Caution! Use a protective case or camera bag when you transport the equipment. This will help prevent damage to the equipment. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 14: Disposal

    Caution! Do not try to remove the glass IR filter from the front of the CMOS (due to dust or similar). This can cause damage to the equipment. Always contact your local Hasselblad Authorized Service Center. Caution! If you use canned compressed air to clean the glass of IR filter, read the instructions very carefully before use.
  • Page 15: Ised

    FCC Radiation Exposure Statement: La valeur SAR la plus élevée pour la X1D-50c lors des tests This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set était de 0,10 W/Kg contre une limite de 1.6 W/kg. On a mesuré...
  • Page 16: Functions

    FUNCTIONS...
  • Page 17: The X1D Interaction Displays

    Touch Display The EVF on the Camera displays ISO, Focus action, Exposure The X1D display is touch sensitive and you can use it in the same way you navigate on a smartphone. Swipe, select, pinch compensation, Aperture, Shutter and Captures remaining. Press the MF / AF and the ISO / WB buttons to change settings.
  • Page 18: Touch Display Navigation

    USER GUIDE Functions TOUCH DISPLAY NAVIGATION The Touch Display on the X1D Camera is similar to a Phone or Tablet with touch sensitivity. The following gestures can be used to navigate and control the camera: MAIN MENU Action Function Display...
  • Page 19: Zoom In And Out On The Touch Display

    Functions ZOOM IN AND OUT ON THE TOUCH DISPLAY Zoomed View The Touch Display on the X1D Camera is similar to a Phone or Tablet with touch sensitivity. The following gestures can be used to navigate and control the Camera:...
  • Page 20: Navigating The Menus

    NAVIGATING THE MENUS DESCRIPTION OF THE TOUCH DISPLAY MENU ITEMS The X1D Display Screen is Touch Sensitive and you can click with one finger to select and swipe in different directions to move up, down, forward and backward through the user interface.
  • Page 21: Overview Of Menus And Settings On Touch Display

    The Menu Button (1) navigates back to Main Menu. Above them the Favourite Settings Short Cuts are displayed. You can add or delete these Short Cuts to access your most used functions directly from the Main Menu for better work flow. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 22: Touch Display Main Menu

    Quality RAW/JPG Self Timer Configuration Video Quality 1080p Audio Custom Modes Sound Date & Time Power & Timeouts Language Service About See detailed description on how to add and remove functions to your Favourite list on the following page. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 23: How To Add Shortlinks To Main Menu

    Main Menu Favourites. 4 The RAW/JPG Quality icon is no longer displayed in the Main Menu Favourites list. You can add the same function back again later at any time. Main Menu with Quality Favourite added Remove Shortlink www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 24: Control Screen

    Shutter value will be automatic and Control Screen displayed in grey. A Mode S Mode For Shutter priority (S) you can change the Shutter Control Screen value and the Aperture value will be automatic and displayed in grey. S Mode www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 25: Settings On The Control Screen

    - Daylight - Tungsten - Flourescent - Flash - Manual WB AF Focus AF Focus - MF Manual Focus - AF-S Single Focus - Select ISO value. Aperture - Select Aperture value. This Chapter continues on the next page. Aperture www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 26 = Custom Program 3 Video = Video Mode Rectangle = Automatic Mode (ISO are also automatically set) Metering Mode Exposure Mode - Center Weighted - Spot Weighted - Center Spot Weighted This Chapter continues on the next page. Metering Mode www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 27 - Continuous Drive Mode. Remaining Captures - Displays the number of remaining Captures. Memory Card - 1 for SD 1 or 2 for SD 2 Card. Remaining Captures Memory Card 1 - SD 1 Card. 2 - SD 2 Card. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 28: Parts, Components, Buttons And Controls

    3 Rear Scroll Wheel 4 Browse Button 5 Soft Button 6 Select Button 7 Delete Image / Soft Button 8 Menu Button 1 Electronic Viewfinder EVF 2 Speaker 3 Strap Lug 4 Eye Sensor 5 Touch Display 6 Status LED www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 29 5 Shutter Release Button 6 Mode Dial 7 On / Off Button 8 Strap Lug 1 Microphone Right 2 Microphone Left 3 Strap Lug 4 Image Plane Mark 5 SD Cards Slot Lid 6 Connectors Slot Lid 7 Lens Release Button www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 30 USER GUIDE Functions ADJUST DIOPTRE 1 Dioptre Adjustment Wheel. 2 Rotate the Dioptre Adjustment Wheel to adjust to desired setting. 1 Tripod Thread 1/4” 2 Battery Release Lever 3 Battery www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 31: Grip Buttons And Controls

    Video mode and 3 Custom modes C1, C2 and C3. 6 ON / OFF button Press the button for 1 second to activate the camera. The X1D startup logo will appear and then the main screen. After a few seconds (customizable) the camera will enter Display www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 32: Camera Body Buttons And Controls

    The aperture will close according to the setting and remain closed as long as the pressure is maintained. You can alter the aperture at the same time to see the changes taking place. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 33: Mode Dial

    = Video Mode = Custom Program 3 Unlock the Mode Dial = Custom Program 2 When in locked mode, push once to unlock the Mode Dial = Custom Program 1 Selector (3). Mode Dial Mode Dial Locked (Down) Unlocked (Up) www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 34: Exposure Program Modes

    In Manual Mode, Aperture is set by the Front Scroll Wheel and the Shutter Speed by the Rear Scroll Wheel. In the Automatic Modes, the Aperture and Shutter Speed settings are controlled by the Camera, either partially or completely according to setting. Within this mode there are four choices. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 35: Manual Exposure Mode

    Note Full-stops, half-stops and third-stops are also displayed, according to setting (see increment setting). For example, a setting between f/8 and f/11 will appear as f/9,5 if half-stop is chosen. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 36: Manual Quick Exposure Mode

    Functions MANUAL QUICK EXPOSURE MODE Mq mode is a Manual mode for quick photography workflow. This mode works best when the X1D Camera is used on a fixed Tripod. 1 First make the Focus Settings and Image Composition in another Program Mode like Manual (M) for example. Mq Mode does not support Live View.
  • Page 37: Automatic Exposure Mode

    EV and the rear scroll wheel alters the amount of exposure compensation. The compensation appears as a +/- symbol on the grip display and viewfinder display. Note! Aperture and shutter speed settings can both be changed even while the busy light on sensor unit is flashing. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 38: Custom Modes

    9 Turn the Mode Dial to select C1 (B). 10 You can now use the Camera with all the specific settings made in stage 2 of this instruction. Repeat the step 1 to 10 to create and use your 3 different Custom Modes, C1, C2 and C3. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 39: Ae-L Button

    AE-L button. You can then recompose the picture with the metering zone positioned over an area much brighter or darker while still retaining the original exposure setting and choose a new combination of aperture and shutter speed settings. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 40: Fixed Exposure Compensation Setting

    ‘plus’ scale, 4 Press AE-L Button (A) to reset any compensation back to zero. 5 The settings are saved. 6 A ‘±’ symbol is then displayed between the aperture and shutter speed setting as confirmation of the setting. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 41: Exposure Compensation / Quick Adjust

    2 Select Exposure Adjust (B). Exposure Adjust. 3 Adjust sliders to the left or right to change values (C). 4 Close the Exposure Adjust pop up by clicking outside of it. 5 Swipe Up to exit Control Screen and return to Main Menu. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 42: Light Meter Exposure Mode

    This provides a very accurate measurement of specific tones. Typically used in the zone system and similar light measuring situations where maximum control is required. Also excellent for tonal comparison measurements. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 43: Video Recording

    5 Start Recording by pressing the Shutter Release Button (2) or by pressing the red recording icon on the Touch Display. 6 Stop the Recording by pressing the Shutter Release Button (2) or by pressing the stop icon on the Touch Display. Video Display when capturing video www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 44: Connector Ports

    Connector for Mini HDMI plug. 4 Audio in Connector for Audio In Microphone 3.5 mm stereo plug. 5 USB 3 Tethering plug Connector for USB 3 plug. 6 Audio Out Connector for external 3.5 mm Stereo Audio Out Plug. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 45: Memory Cards

    4 /60MBs (400x) or better. Please see the Appendix in this manual for a list of recommended cards. The X1D is shipped with a 16 GB SDXC SD card, which is capable of holding approximately 75 − 150 captures (according to model).
  • Page 46: Insert A Memory Card

    USER GUIDE Functions INSERT A MEMORY CARD There are one type of Memory Cards that can be used with the X1D Camera, SD Cards. There are two slots for SD Cards, slot no 1 and slot no 2. Insert SD card...
  • Page 47: Remove Sd Memory Cards

    Do not remove a memory card from the Camera if the ‘ready’ light is blinking (placed in the lower right corner on the Touch Display), as this will corrupt the files on the card and result in data loss. The card will also need to be reformatted. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 48: Format Sd Cards

    Format Card 5 Confirm by pressing OK (Display button). Format SD 1 Note! The X1D Camera is capable of writing 78 MB/s to SD cards. Format SD 2 Note! Destination All SD Memory Cards should be formatted in the X1D Camera...
  • Page 49: Xcd Lenses

    1 Lens shade index for reverse mount 2 Lens shade index 3 Focusing ring 4 Lens index HASSELBLAD XCD 45 LENS, 45 MM HASSELBLAD XCD 90 LENS, 90 MM You can download technical data sheets from the Hasselblad website, www.hasselblad.com. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 50: Remove And Attach A Lens

    6 Attach a lens protection lid on the detached lens to prevent damage. 7 Store the lens with both lens protection lids on and the lens hood inverted over the lens instead of in front of the lens. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 51: Attach The Lens

    (D) on the camera body. 3 Mount the lens (E) into the camera body (F) and then turn the lens clockwise to lock its position. 4 Make sure the lens is locked to the camera body before using or moving the camera. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 52: Remove The Lens Cap

    2 Pinch the recesses (A) together. 3 Remove the front lens cap. ATTACH THE LENS CAP 1 Insert thumb and index finger into the recesses (A). 2 Attach the front lens cap on the lens until it snaps into place. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 53: Remove The Lens Shade

    1 Place the lens shade on the lens. 2 Make sure that the index on the lens shade (A) aligns with the index on the front of the lens (B). 3 Turn the lens cap clockwise until it snaps into place. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 54: Filters

    As there is no rotation of the front section of the lens when the focus is changed, the filter do not rotate either. This is particularly useful when using polarizing or graduated filters where the orientation is critical. Hasselblad XCD 45 Lens, 45 mm Hasselblad XCD 90 Lens, 90 mm www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 55: Display Information

    Aperture setting ISO (100) Shutter speed Aperture (f/5.6) Exposure method Shutter (1/125) EV (12.0) White Balance Exposure Compensation Flash indication (+1.0) Focus Exposure Mode, Aperture Drive priority (A) Focus Setting (Center Spot) Focus Method (Single) Capture Counter Storage medium (SD1) www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 56: Touch Display And Controls

    USER GUIDE Functions 3.17 TOUCH DISPLAY AND CONTROLS When shooting, the X1D Touch Display can display the information most often required for a quick settings check. The Front and Rear Scroll Wheels and Camera Buttons together with the Touch Display are used to navigate the Main Menu and change settings.
  • Page 57: Electronic Viewfinder Display Evf

    3.18 ELECTRONIC VIEWFINDER DISPLAY EVF TYPICAL VIEWFINDER DISPLAY Touch Display Electronic Viewfinder Display EVF visual user interface Focus Area Indicator ISO Setting Battery indicator Aperture setting Exposure compensation Shutter speed setting Remaining frames (f/11) setting (+0.0 EV) (1/1000 sec) counter (621 left) www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 58 Displays the selected Aperture Setting (f/11). Shutter Speed setting Displays the selected Shutter Speed setting (1/1000 sec). Green AF indicator. AF set correct. Frames Counter Displays remaining Frames (621 left). Red AF indicator with a red cross. AF analysis failed to focus. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 59: Camera Live View

    Rotate the Focus Ring on the Lens to adjust Focus. Press the star button again to exit Zoom. Exposure information, ISO, Battery and Time will be displayed during Video Recording. This Chapter Continuous on the next page. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 60: Live View

    3 Double click again to Zoom out to Display the entire Capture. Note! Live View demands higher power consumption than normal operation. Working with Live View will shorten the usage time of the Camera when on battery only power supply. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 61: Live View With Hdmi External Screen

    Connect an external Video Screen to the HDMI connector socket (1). On the Main Menu select LV Live View. Note! Live View demands higher power consumption than normal operation. Working with Live View will shorten the usage time of the Camera when on battery only power supply. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 62: Focus

    Functions 3.19 FOCUS FOCUS ASSIST The X1D camera features automatic focus assist. A white rectangle in the middle of the view provides confirmation of a precision focus setting and are a useful aid when making a setting with eyesight only.
  • Page 63: Manual Focus

    Note! In manual focus, the infinity and closest distance marks on the lens scale can appear to be positioned beyond the central index. This is only an apparent effect and does not change the focusing range of the lens. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 64: Autofocus

    AF Assist light When light levels are too low or the contrast of the subject is too low, AF assist light (1) is automatically activated if selected. The operative distance is approximately up to six metres from the camera. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 65: Single Shot Focus

    See Manual override in autofocus mode for a useful way of working with manual and autofocus settings in a combined manner. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 66: Stop Down Button

    3 metres. At an aperture of f/22, the depth-of-field would therefore extend from just over 2 m to approximately 4.5 m. Note! Depth of field is not an absolute. Perception of it depends on several factors and so it should be seen only as a rough guide. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 67: Change Settings On The Grip

    Aperture is set to selected value. The Live View is turned off. This results in the shortests possible reaction time. Custom Modes C1, C2 and C3 are Custom Modes that can save the complete Camera settings in the Camera Memory for quick access to favourite settings. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 68: To Adjust Shutter And Aperture On Grip

    Rear wheel = Quick exposure adjustment of Shutter speed. In Shutter priority (S) mode: Front wheel = Shutter Speed. Rear wheel = Quick exposure adjustment of Aperture. In P mode: Front wheel = Aperture/shutter speed combination. Rear wheel = Quick exposure adjustment. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 69: Iso And White Balance

    White Balance setting. Note! ISO and White Balance settings are made either on the Camera Grip or the Touch Display. The settings are automatically updated on both the Touch Display and the Electronic Viewfinder. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 70: Browsing, Preview And Histogram

    Press Menu button (G) to return to Main Menu. SELECT CARD TO BROWSE Select Card to Browse You can select SD 1 Card or SD 2 Card to Browse Captures. BROWSE: MEMORY CARDS Select Card to Browse SD 1 SD 2 www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 71: Standard Preview

    Browse Mode. In this Mode you can see an overview of up to 9 captures. If you have more than 9 captures, swipe down at the right side of the Display to scroll through all captures. Select one capture for further information. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 72: Histogram Types

    The Red R channel first, the Green G channel in (18:44:09), selected Aperture (f/11), Shutter Speed (60), ISO the middle and the Blue B channel below the Red and Green (200), EV Settings (+/- 0.0), Mode (M), Focus Method (Spot), channels. White Balance (Daylight) and Lens info (50mm). www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 73: Histogram Mode - Exposure

    Overexposure Histogram display concentrated on the right with few pixels elsewhere indicates a likely overexposure. Many details will be lost in the highlights. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 74: Phocus Overview

    Functions 3.23 PHOCUS OVERVIEW Phocus Phocus is the Capture Processing and File Management application aimed primarily at Hasselblad 3F file handling. Phocus is available for both Mac and Windows. Professional Image Quality Phocus combines Hasselblad Natural Colour Solution (HNCS) with Digital Auto Correction (DAC) to provide high digital image quality in the images you create.
  • Page 75: Phocus

    Lens corrections for X, H and V system lenses (DAC). The in post production work. Tethered shooting is efficient with X1D Camera only supports X and H Lens systems. Phocus Remote camera controls providing a number of remote functions. For example remote focusing, live view, aperture and Specialized Tools exposure time controls.
  • Page 76: Connect To A Computer

    Phocus. In addition extra tools such as Live Video, remote focus control etc. are available. See Phocus user manual for full description. Note! Please note that the buttons on the X1D Camera are not active in this mode. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 77: Camera Configuration In Phocus

    So, when Transfer Profile Set to Camera option then click on OK to renting an X1D for example, you only have to upload the saved complete the action. This causes the new profile to appear...
  • Page 78: Phocus And Hasselblad Capture Files

    USER GUIDE Functions PHOCUS AND HASSELBLAD CAPTURE FILES The X1D can capture files and store them as Hasselblad RAW format files or Hasselblad RAW + JPEG formats simultaneously. (not applicable to 60 Mpix / 50MS/200MS models). Hasselblad RAW files are initially stored in the 3FR format which is a proprietary Hasselblad format for the temporary storage of captures.
  • Page 79: Battery

    Rechargeable Battery The environmentally approved Battery (Li-ion 3043357) is the standard Power Source for the X1D Camera. The X1D requires a power supply for all actions as there is no mechanical reserve facility. It is therefore advisable to keep an extra fully recharged battery at hand.
  • Page 80: Battery Charger

    Steady Green light: Standby (no battery connected) Steady Yellow light: Charging Steady Green light: Ready! NOTE! It can take about 6 hours to charge the battery completely up to 100% the first time. See next page for more details and precautions. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 81: Rechargeable Battery Specification

    If you do not intend to use the battery for a while, it is best to store it at room temperature with an approximate 30 to 40% charge. You can check the percentage level on the status screen. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 82: Battery Life And Battery Warning

    3.29 STORE THE CAMERA Caution! Before you connect the sensor unit to the X1D camera after storage, always replace the protective CMOS/filter cover. This will prevent damage to the equipment. Caution! If you leave the camera unused for a long period, remove the batteries.
  • Page 83: Carrying Strap

    3 Slide back the safety collar to ensure the hook remains in the locked position between the small protruding lugs. 4 The collar is purposely a tight fit to avoid unintentionally slipping back and therefore might need some effort to slide. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 84: Remove The Carrying Strap

    USER GUIDE Functions REMOVE THE CARRYING STRAP 1 Withdraw the safety collar. 2 Remove the opened hook from the strap lug. 3 Remove the Carrying Strap from the Camera. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 85: Settings

    SETTINGS MAIN MENU Display Wi-Fi Exposure Power & Quality Focus Timeouts Storage Service...
  • Page 86: Camera Settings Menu

    Press the Camera icon on the Sensor unit display. The Camera Settings Menu will appear. Press the Exposure Settings Menu. Swipe right or press Menu / EXIT button to get back to Main Menu. Increment Step Size Exposure Select between 1, 1/2 and 1/3. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 87: Exposure Adjust

    Press the Exposure Settings Menu. Select Exposure Adjust under Increment Step Size. Swipe right or press Menu / EXIT button to save and get back to Main Menu. Increment Step Size Exposure Adjust Select between 1, 1/2 and 1/3. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 88: True Exposure

    On allows the adjustment. Off retains the normal setting. Note! If using flash/strobe as the main light source and 1/800s or 1/1000 shutter speed (depending on lens type), remember to turn off the True Exposure option. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 89 1/500s, the effect becomes clearly visible. Automatic You can download a complete explanation of this situation from compensatory measures in speed setting adjustments are www.hasselblad.com. employed. As compensation can only be put into effect where speeds can be adjusted, this prevents the possibility of adjusting the fastest speed of 1/800s.
  • Page 90: Flash Settings

    Select On or Off. The checkbox will be marked with a v when On and the checkbox will be empty when Low Flash Warning is Off. Sync Select Flash Sync Settings. - Normal. - Rear. This Chapter continues on next page. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 91: Flash And Strobe Settings

    Settings FLASH AND STROBE SETTINGS Note! The X1D Camera can be used together with most flash units Do not attempt to connect a flash unit dedicated for use with in manual mode. However, to make use of a TTL automatic another camera brand via the hot shoe.
  • Page 92: Exposure Lock

    On and the checkbox will be empty when it is Off. Out of Range Select On or Off. The checkbox will be marked with a v when On and the checkbox will be empty when it is Off. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 93: Ae-L (Ae-Lock) / Quick Adjust

    Swipe right or press Menu / EXIT button to get back to Main Menu. AE-Lock / Quick Adjust Reset after exposure Select On or Off. The checkbox will be marked with a v when On and the checkbox will be empty when Off. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 94: Image Orientation

    Phocus. To avoid unintentional orientation changes when the camera is pointing straight up or down, the orientation setting can be locked. Optional Settings Auto. Lock at 0 degrees. Lock at 90 degrees. Lock at 180 degrees. Lock at 270 degrees. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 95: Camera Quality Settings

    Swipe right or press Menu / EXIT button to Configuration get back to Main Menu. Quality Settings Menu Contents Image Format - RAW - RAW + Jpeg JPG Quality - High - Normal Color Profile - sRGB - Adobe www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 96: Camera Focus Settings

    - Always. Always makes them visible all of the time when camera is active. - Half press. Half press makes them visible when the shutter release button is pressed half way. - Off. Off disables them completely. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 97: Camera Self Timer Settings

    On or Off. The checkbox will be marked with a v when Active and the checkbox will be empty when Self Timer is Off. Time 2, 3, 4, 5 and so on in steps of one second up to 60 seconds. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 98: Camera Configuration Settings

    Swipe right or press Menu / EXIT button 0,+,-- Configuration to get back to Main Menu. Configuration Settings Menu Exposure Quick Adjust On or Off. The checkbox will be marked with a v when On and the checkbox will be empty when Off. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 99: Video Settings Menu

    VIDEO SETTINGS In this release it is not possible to change the Coding or Resolution Settings. In a future firmware release there will be more options. Coding Video Quality Coding Setting H.264. Resolution Video Quality Resolution Setting 1080p or 720p. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 100: General Settings Menu

    Share Photos on Mobile Phocus App When working with the Phocus Mobile App on your iPhone/iPad/ The Wi-Fi mode allows the Hasselblad Phocus Mobile application iPod you can select the Share button in Phocus Mobile and on an Apple iPhone, iPad or iPod to function in the same way as share the photo in a text message, e-mail or on Facebook.
  • Page 101: General Settings Display

    Slide Left or Right to change Brightness. Show Preview Select On / Off. On displays a preview of the capture after every exposure. The checkbox will be marked with a v when On and the checkbox will be empty when Off. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 102: General Settings Custom Modes

    2 A pop up dialog will display "Save to C1?" GENERAL SETTINGS: CUSTOM MODES 3 Select "Save" to save settings to C1 Save program or select "Exit" to exit without saving settings. Save to C1? Previous settings will be overwritten! Exit www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 103: General Settings Storage

    FORMAT CARD Card to Format? 1 Select Card to Format, SD 1 or SD 2, on the Storage Menu. SD 1 SD 2 2 A new Format Card Dialog will be displayed. 3 Select Exit to Exit without Exit formatting. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 104: Image And Video Destination

    Service About Image Destination - Primary slot: SD 1 or SD 2. - Secondary slot usage: - None. - Overflow. If Overflow is selected the camera will automatically switch to the secondary card when the primary card is full. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 105: General Settings Date And Time

    Main Menu. Power & Timeouts Language Date and Time Menu Settings Service Date About Set Date by changing year, month and day using the pop up menus. Time Set Time by changing hour and minute using the pop up menus. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 106: General Settings Power And Timeouts

    Power and Timeouts Menu POWER AND TIMEOUTS GENERAL SETTINGS GENERAL SETTINGS: DATE & TIME Wi-Fi The X1D Camera can be set to Display Off: automatically turn off the Touch 10 sec Display Display or Power Off after a set amount of seconds to save battery for...
  • Page 107: General Settings Language

    4 Select Language. 5 Close the pop up Menu by a click outside the pop up. Note! If the Camera has been set to a language you don’t understand (a rented camera, for example), see Chapter Troubleshooting for solution. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 108: General Settings Service

    3 Navigate to Service. 4 Navigate to Log Data. 5 Press the Save button. 6 Save Log Data saves a log file on the SD 1 card or SD 2 card. 7 Save the chosen selection by pressing EXIT (MENU button). www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 109: Update X1D Camera Firmware

    Firmware Update 2 Save the Firmware file to a SD Card. victory-image-v1.0.1.cim Check for Update 3 Insert the SD Card in the X1D Camera. 4 Select Settings from the Main Menu. victory-image-v1.0.2.cim Log Data 5 Select Service / Firmware Update / Check for Update.
  • Page 110: General Settings About

    The About box will tell you which firmware version is present so you can see if you have the latest firmware (can be downloaded from the Hasselblad website). The serial number is also displayed in case Hasselblad Support need to know it for problem solving.
  • Page 111: General Settings About Certification

    Certification E-label Depending on region certification information in addition to what is engraved on the camera bottom can be found on an E-label. From the Main Menu this label is reached by pressing General Settings > About > Certification. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 112: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES...
  • Page 113: Xcd Lens Range

    XCD 45 LENS The XCD 45 is a fixed 45 mm Lens that has Autofocus and Manual Focus capabilities. Hasselblad XCD 45 Lens, 45 mm XCD 90 LENS The XCD 90 is a fixed 90 mm Lens that has Autofocus and Manual Focus capabilities.
  • Page 114: Optional Hc Lens Accessories

    The Extension tubes attach between the lens and the body to reduce the close focusing distance for close up photography. They are available in three sizes: 13 mm, 26 mm and 52 mm. As the X1D has a TTL light metering system, exposure compensation is automatic. Macro Converter H...
  • Page 115: Optional Accessories

    Also features a filter holder for glass, gelatin, or plastic filters. PRO SHADE ADAPTERS (3043415, 3043417, 3043419) 67mm, 77mm and 95mm adapters with bayonet mount for HC lenses. Features lock to provide positive and secure attachment. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 116: X1D Xcd Lens Filter Dimensions

    USER GUIDE Accessories X1D XCD LENS FILTER DIMENSIONS XCD 45 67 mm. XCD 90 67 mm. UV-SKY FILTERS (3053470, 3053474 and 3053478) Absorbs UV radiation and reduces blue haze without affecting colours. Also protects the front lens surface. Particularly recommended when the camera is used in harsh conditions.
  • Page 117: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING...
  • Page 118 (which are included with files and folder labels) are updated automatically through a USB3/Phocus connection. These settings are retained for about two consecutive weeks by a small rechargeable cell that is automatically recharged by the main battery or USB3 with regular use. www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 119: Error Messages

    3 Attach the battery again. The Camera processor is now reset. If the error message is still displayed 1 Write down the error message. 2 Contact your local Hasselblad Authorized Service Center. 3 Communicate the error message to the Hasselblad Authorized Service Center.
  • Page 120: Change Language On Sensor Unit From Unknown Language

    Globe icon (number 6 on the list from the top, Language). Date & Time 4 Scroll down to select your Language. Power & Timeouts Language Swipe right or press Menu / EXIT button to get back to Main Menu. Service About www.hasselblad.com...
  • Page 121: Clean The Lens Glass

    If there is smear on the lens glass, do as follows: 1 If you are not sure how to remove the smear, contact your local Hasselblad Authorized Service Center. 2 Clean the lens glass with a high quality lens cleaning solution on a tissue.
  • Page 122: Clean The Sensor Unit Filter

    If compressed air did not remove all the problems on the filter, sensor (due to dust or similar). This can cause damage to the use an E-wipe. Do as follows: equipment. Always contact your local Hasselblad Authorized Service Center. 5 Tear at the notch to break seal.
  • Page 123 Victor Hasselblad AB. The X1D Product Images in this User Guide were not taken with a Hasselblad X1D. They are produced in 3D as visualization.

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