Macro Photography — Hasselblad X2D

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

Macro Photography

Objective: Configure the X2D for precise focus, maximum detail, and controlled depth of field for close-up subjects.

Quick Setup Summary

SettingRecommended Value
File FormatRAW / 3FR
Exposure ModeManual or Aperture Priority
Aperturef/8–f/11
ISO64 if tripod; Auto if handheld
FocusManual Focus
Timer2 s delay

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: Manual or Aperture Priority
  • Aperture: f/8–f/11
  • ISO: 64 if tripod; Auto if handheld
  • Focus: Manual Focus
  • Timer: 2 s delay