Long Exposure and Waterfalls — Hasselblad X2D

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

Long Exposure and Waterfalls

Objective: Configure the X2D for slow shutter speeds while maintaining sharpness and clean files.

Quick Setup Summary

SettingRecommended Value
File FormatRAW
Exposure ModeManual
ISO64
Aperturef/8–f/11
FocusAF-S then MF if needed
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
  • ISO: 64
  • Aperture: f/8–f/11
  • Focus: AF-S then MF if needed
  • Timer: 2 s delay