Night Photography — Hasselblad X2D

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

Night Photography

Objective: Configure the X2D for night scenes while protecting highlights and controlling noise.

Quick Setup Summary

SettingRecommended Value
File FormatRAW
Exposure ModeManual or Aperture Priority
ISO64 on tripod; Auto handheld
Aperturef/5.6–f/8 tripod; wider handheld
FocusManual or AF-S
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
  • Exposure Mode: Manual or Aperture Priority
  • ISO: 64 on tripod; Auto handheld
  • Aperture: f/5.6–f/8 tripod; wider handheld
  • Focus: Manual or AF-S
  • Timer: 2 s delay