Hasselblad XCD Lens 38mm
Hasselblad
41 Overall Score
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Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR
Nikon
86 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Hasselblad XCD Lens 38mm
85 out of 100 medium confidence 10 reviews
The Hasselblad XCD 55mm f/2.5 V lens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its exceptional sharpness, premium all-metal build, and fast autofocus. Users praise its versatility for both portrait and landscape photography, with many noting it integrates perfectly with the X2D series cameras. A few minor criticisms include the secondary control ring being underutilized and one report of poor fit, but overall sentiment is very favorable.
Pros
- Exceptional sharpness and clarity
- Premium all-metal build quality
- Fast and accurate autofocus
- Versatile focal length for portrait and landscape
- Compact and lightweight design
Cons
- Secondary control ring underutilized
- One report of poor fit and movement
- Autofocus not significantly better than older lenses
- Difficult to purchase
Image quality 6
Build quality 5
Autofocus performance 4
Versatility 3
Portability 3
Integration with camera 3
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR
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Scores
Budget
Landscape
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Wildlife Sports
Portrait
Professional
Video Cinema
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Specifications
| Hasselblad XCD Lens 38mm | Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | prime | zoom |
| Focal Length Min | 38 mm | 24 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 38 mm | 200 mm |
| Elements | 10 | 19 |
| Groups | 9 | 15 |
| Aspherical Elements | 3★ | 2 |
| ED Elements | 3★ | 1 |
| Coating | — | ARNEO and Nano Crystal Coatings |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/32 | f/4 |
| Min Aperture | f/2.5 | 4-6.3 |
| Constant | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Diaphragm Blades | — | 7★ |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Hasselblad X | Nikon Z |
| Format | medium-format | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.35 kg★ | 0.57 kg |
| Filter Thread | 72 mm | 67 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | linear stepping motor★ | Autofocus |
| Stabilization | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Stabilization Stops | — | 5 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 300 mm★ | 500 mm |
| Max Magnification | 1:6.2★ | 0.28x |
Pros & Cons
Hasselblad XCD Lens 38mm
- Strong af (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong optical (73rd percentile)
- Strong macro (70th percentile)
- Strong build (69th percentile)
- Below average bokeh (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
- Below average aperture (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average social proof (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong versatility (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong optical (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong social proof (91st percentile)91st %ile
Verdict
Winner: Nikon NIKKOR Z 24-200mm f/4-6.3 VR
Scores 86 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 22 specs.