Flash and Indoor Portraits — Hasselblad X2D

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

Flash and Indoor Portraits

Objective: Configure the X2D for controlled indoor portraits using flash or supplemental light.

Quick Setup Summary

SettingRecommended Value
File FormatRAW
Exposure ModeManual
ISO64–200
Aperturef/4–f/8
FocusAF-S
White BalanceFlash or custom

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
  • ISO: 64–200
  • Aperture: f/4–f/8
  • Focus: AF-S
  • White Balance: Flash or custom