Landscape Photography — Hasselblad X2D

Hasselblad X2D setup guide: exact menu steps, why they matter, and what to avoid.

Landscape Photography

Objective: Configure the X2D for maximum sharpness, low noise, strong dynamic range, and careful composition.

Quick Setup Summary

SettingRecommended Value
File FormatRAW / 3FR
Exposure ModeAperture Priority or Manual
Aperturef/8
ISO64
FocusAF-S or Manual
Timer2 s delay
White BalanceAuto or Daylight

Use With Custom Profiles

For recurring work, save this setup as a User Profile. See Custom Settings and User Profiles.

Why: A profile prevents mistakes and lets you return to a known good setup quickly.

Final Checklist

  • File Format: RAW / 3FR
  • Exposure Mode: Aperture Priority or Manual
  • Aperture: f/8
  • ISO: 64
  • Focus: AF-S or Manual
  • Timer: 2 s delay
  • White Balance: Auto or Daylight