X2D 100C User Manual v1.2 2022.
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X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS 1 PRODUCT PROFILE 1.1 Introduction 11 1.2 Feature Highlights 11 100-Megapixel Medium Format BSI CMOS Sensor 11 HNCS 11 5-Axis 7-Stop In-Body Image Stabilisation 11 Phase Detection Autofocus 11 Built-in 1TB SSD 12 Electronic Viewfinder with 1.
X2D 100C User Manual Screen Switch 32 Live View 34 Exposure Information Display 34 Exposure Information + Grid Overlay 36 Exposure Information + Distance Scale Overlay 36 Exposure Information + Spirit Level Overlay 36 Control Screen 37 Enter/Exit Control Screen 37 Locked Parameters on Control Screen 38 Settings on Control Screen 39 Browse Mode 42 2.4 Top Display 43 2.
X2D 100C User Manual 2.9 Built-in SSD 64 Storing Files to SSD 64 Formatting SSD 64 Checking SSD Storage Status 64 Using the SSD as Mass Storage 64 2.10 Memory Cards 65 Storing Files to Memory Card 65 Formatting Memory Card 65 Checking Memory Card Storage Status 2.11 Electronic Viewfinder (EVF) 3 65 Recommended Memory Cards 65 66 Screen Display 66 Dioptre Adjustment 66 Touchpad Operations 66 Setting Touchpad Area 66 Moving Focus Point 67 Zooming In/Out 67 2.
X2D 100C User Manual 3.3 Electronic Shutter 77 True Exposure 77 Shutter Speed Limit 79 Auto ISO Limits 80 Exposure Simulation 80 Configuration 81 Exposure Lock 81 Increment Step Size 81 B/T Mode 81 Lens 82 Focus Settings 83 Autofocus 83 AF Point Size 83 Reset Focus Point 83 AF Results Sound 83 Manual Focus MF Assist 3.4 3.5 3.
X2D 100C User Manual 3.7 3.8 3.9 Preview Time 89 Rear Screen 89 EVF 89 Overexposure Warning 89 Power Settings 90 Display Off 90 Power Off 90 Power Off when Tethered 90 Storage Settings 91 Destination 91 Primary Slot 91 Secondary Storage 91 Info 92 Format 92 Stabilisation Settings 93 Stabilisation 93 Focal Length 93 3.10 Wi-Fi Settings 94 3.
X2D 100C User Manual 4 5 PHOCUS MOBILE 2 AND PHOCUS 106 4.1 Profile 107 4.2 Phocus Mobile 2 App 108 4.3 Phocus Software 109 Connecting to Computer 109 Professional Image Quality 110 Phocus and Hasselblad Capture Files 110 APPENDIX 111 5.1 Change From Foreign Language 112 5.2 ERROR MESSAGES 113 5.3 Clean the Sensor Filter 113 5.4 Clean the Lens Glass Surface 114 Remove Dust 114 Remove Smear 114 5.5 EV VALUE 114 5.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS USING THIS MANUAL LEGEND Import Hints and tips BEFORE USE The following documents have been produced to help users safely operate and make full use of the product: 1. 2. 3. 4. In the Box Disclaimer and Safety Guidelines Quick Start Guide User Manual Refer to X2D 100C In the Box to check the listed parts and read the disclaimer and safety guidelines before use. Refer to the quick start guide for more information on assembly and basic features and functions.
1 PRODUCT PROFILE
X2D 100C User Manual 1.1 CONTENTS INTRODUCTION The HASSELBLADTM X2D 100C is Hasselblad’s next-generation mirrorless medium format digital camera with a large 100-megapixel back-side illuminated (BSI) CMOS sensor that boasts 16-bit colour depth and a dynamic range of 15 stops. The camera features 5-axis, 7-stop in-body image stabilisation (IBIS).
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Built-in 1TB SSD The camera offers ample storage with a built-in 1TB SSD for high-volume and high-speed storage. Additional space can be added using the CFexpress Type B card slot. Electronic Viewfinder with 1.0x Magnification The 5.76-million-dot OLED viewfinder supports magnification up to 1.0x, expanding the camera view for a clear and immersive experience. New electronic dioptre adjustment allows for a personally tailored view.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS H System Lenses All H System lenses can be used with the optional XH Lens Adapter or XH Converter 0,8. Make sure to use the latest firmware for the H System lenses. Note that only certain functions of the camera are supported when using an H System lens. V System and XPan System Lenses V System and XPan System lenses can be used with the optional XV Lens Adapter and XPan Lens Adapter in Electronic Shutter Mode.
X2D 100C User Manual 1.3 CONTENTS SPECIFICATIONS Camera Type Mirrorless Medium Format Digital Camera with autofocus, autoexposure, interchangeable lenses Construction Machined aluminium. Tripod socket 1/4” Sensor Type Back-side illuminated (BSI) CMOS, 100 megapixels (11656 × 8742 pixels, pixel size 3.76μm) Sensor Dimensions 43.8 × 32.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS iOS Device Support iPad models with 3GB of RAM or more and iPhone X or later models running iOS 15.0 or later Platform Support macOS 10.15 or later, or Windows 7 64-bit or later Host Connection Type USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-C connector (transfer speed up to 10Gbit/s) Operating Temperature -10° to 45° C (14° to 113° F) Operating Humidity No more than 85% without condensation Wi-Fi 802.
X2D 100C User Manual 1.4 CONTENTS CHARGING THE BATTERY The X2D 100C comes with the battery already inserted in the battery slot. Remove the protective film on the battery and fully charge before using for the first time. How to Charge 1. Pull the battery release lever (1). The battery will pop out slightly. Press the battery gently (2) until there is a click before removing the battery. Remove the battery and the protective film (3).
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Charging Indicators Both the touch display and top display will show the charging indicators when charging the battery using the USB-C port on the camera. The top display will show the charging status icon and battery level battery with the camera powered off or in Standby Mode. 36% when charging the The Live View and Control Screen on the touch display will show the charging status icon and battery level when charging the battery with the camera powered on.
X2D 100C User Manual 1.5 CONTENTS MOUNTING THE LENS The instructions below uses an XCD lens as an example. A lens adapter is required when using other lenses. 1. Press the lens removal button while turning the protection cover lid to remove the protection cover lid from the camera body. 2. Remove the lens caps and align the red dot on the lens with the red dot on the lens mount of the camera body. Attach the lens to the camera body and turn the lens clockwise until it clicks into place. 3.
X2D 100C User Manual 1.6 CONTENTS MOUNTING THE LENS SHADE When mounting the lens shade normally (Figure A), align the orange mark on the lens shade and the mark on the front of the lens. Rotate the lens shade clockwise to secure it. When mounting the lens shade in reverse (Figure B), align the white mark on the lens shade and the mark on the front of the lens. Rotate the lens shade clockwise to secure it. Mount the lens shade in reverse for additional protection during transport and storage.
X2D 100C User Manual 1.7 CONTENTS INSERTING THE MEMORY CARD The camera is equipped with a built-in 1TB SSD. Users can expand the capacity further with a CFexpress Type B memory card. Refer to the Memory Cards section for more information about memory card instructions. 1. Slide the card slot lid toward the touch display to open. 2. Insert the memory card into the card slot gently. Pay attention to the facing direction of the memory card.
X2D 100C User Manual 1.8 CONTENTS ATTACHING THE SHOULDER STRAP Attach the buckle of the shoulder strap to the strap lug on side of the camera body. Press the top part of the buckle (1) as shown in the figure below. Slide the buckle down to secure it to the strap lug (2). 1 2 To remove the buckle, pinch both sides of the buckle, pull out the metal piece slightly, and lift the buckle.
2 FUNCTIONS
X2D 100C User Manual 2.1 CONTENTS OVERVIEW 2 1 14 4 3 6 5 13 12 12 10 17 11 8 9 24 19 20 7 1. ON/OFF Button 23 16 15 25 26 21 18 32 When the camera is powered off, press once to check the battery level on the top 22 Press and hold for 1 second display. to power on the camera and the “H” logo will 27 appear on the top display and touch display. 28 35 34 34 33 After a few seconds (customisable) of inactivity, the camera will enter Standby35Mode.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS 4. ISO/WB Button (custom) The default function is to set ISO and white balance (WB). Press once to enter the ISO settings and press again to enter the WB settings. Customise the button function in General Settings. 5. Exposure Mode Button (custom) The default function is to switch the exposure mode. Press the button, and exposure modes will be shown on the touch display and top display.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS 15. Focal Plane Mark 2 16. Strap Lugs 1 14 4 3 17. Connector Slot Lid 6 18. Card Slot Lid 13 5 12 12 19. USB-C Port 10 16 15 17 11 For charging the battery and image transmission. USB 3.1 is supported. Connect the port to the provided charger using the USB-C to USB-C cable to charge the battery. Connect the port to a computer using a USB-C cable of USB 2.0 or above to read images stored in the camera or connect to the Phocus 7software. 8 18 9 20.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS 25. AE Lock Button (AE-L) Automatic exposure lock. Used to lock the exposure value (EV). In Live View, press the button to lock EV in Automatic Exposure Modes (A, S, P). In Manual Exposure Mode, press the button to lock the aperture and shutter speed combination. This allows users to shift the aperture and shutter speed combination using the scroll wheels without changing the exposure. When browsing images, press the AE lock button to zoom out.
X2D 100C User Manual 26 CONTENTS 32 27 28 33 33 34 34 35 35 29 30 31 33. Battery 34. Battery Release Lever Toggle the lever to release the battery and press the battery slightly to remove it. 35.
X2D 100C User Manual 2.2 CONTENTS INTERACTION DISPLAYS Top Display Electronic Viewfinder (EVF) Touch Display Touch Display The rear screen is a tilting touch display and is touch sensitive and easy to operate. Use it the same way as on a smartphone. For example, swipe to scroll, tap to select, or spread and pinch to zoom in or out of images or the focus point. Users can also navigate by using the buttons to the right of the touch display and scroll wheels on the camera. 0.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Electronic Viewfinder (EVF) The EVF on the camera can be used for live view shooting, parameter adjustment, and image browsing for an immersive experience. 0.0 Top Display The full-colour top display is used to show the camera status and parameters. The display will also show the available options after entering the menu for certain parameters. ISO 3200 f/ 5.
X2D 100C User Manual 2.3 CONTENTS TOUCH DISPLAY Operate the touch display, using the buttons and scroll wheels on the camera body to control the camera. The touch display has Live View, Control Screen, Main Menu, and Browse Mode. Users can take photos, view the camera status, set parameters, and browse files in different views. This section will introduce Live View, Control Screen, and Browse Mode displays. For Main Menu displays, refer to the Settings section.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Button and Scroll Wheel Controls On Control Screen, Menu Screen, and in Browse Mode, use the buttons and scroll wheels on the camera body for selection, confirmation, and back operations. Camera Display Buttons/Scroll Wheels Function Control Screen Menu Screen Rear Scroll Wheel Press to select adjustable parameters on the screen or to confirm the selected option. Toggle to switch between parameters and options.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Screen Switch Switch between different screens using the gestures below. Between Live View/Browse Mode and Control Screen: swipe down from the top and swipe up from the bottom. 80% ISO f/ 5.6 +0.7 SSD EV M 0.0 B0001410 22-01-23 90 12.0 +1.5 SSD CFe 17:47:39 80% ISO f/ 5.6 +0.7 f/4 90 ISO 800 0.0EV 200 EV M 200 90 12.0 +1.5 SSD CFe Between Control Screen and Main Menu: swipe left and swipe right. 80% ISO f/ 5.6 +0.7 M EV 90 12.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS From Main Menu to Live View/Browse Mode: swipe up from the bottom. If Live View or Browse Mode is displayed before entering Main Menu, the display will return to the corresponding view from Main Menu after swiping up from the bottom. 80% RAW Exposure Focus Quality Flash Display Power Storage Stabilization Wi-Fi General 0.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Live View In any screen, half-press the shutter release button to enter Live View. Check the camera status and parameters, adjust some certain parameters, and take photos. Live View shows the exposure information by default.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS 2. ISO Tap to open the option list for ISO adjustment. Swipe on the touch display or toggle the front or rear scroll wheel to select from the list. 3. Drive Mode There is no icon displayed when Single or Continuous Drive Mode is selected. When Self Timer, Interval, or Exposure Bracketing Drive Mode is selected, the corresponding icon will appear. Refer to the Drive Modes section for more information on instructions for each mode. 4.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Exposure Information + Grid Overlay 0.0 Exposure Information + Distance Scale Overlay The arrow of the distance scale will move to the corresponding value when adjusting the focus distance. 0.0 Exposure Information + Spirit Level Overlay Observe the tilt of the camera in the horizontal and vertical directions to help adjust the camera position. Tap the upper left corner to calibrate the spirit level. Refer to the Spirit Level Calibration section for more information. 0.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Control Screen 80% ISO f/ 5.6 +0.7 M EV 200 90 12.0 +1.5 SSD CFe On Control Screen, view the current parameter settings and adjust. Tap the parameter requiring adjustment and change on Control Screen. Enter/Exit Control Screen Swipe down from the top of the touch display or press the menu button on the right of the touch display to enter Control Screen. Swipe left on the touch display or press the menu button to exit Control Screen and enter Main Menu.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Locked Parameters on Control Screen A Mode In Aperture Priority (A), users can change the aperture value and the shutter speed value will be automatic and displayed in grey. 80% ISO f/ 5.6 +0.7 EV A 200 90 12.0 +1.5 SSD CFe A Mode Shutter speed is automatic. S Mode In Shutter Priority (S), users can change the shutter speed value and the aperture value will be automatic and displayed in grey. 80% ISO f/ 5.6 +0.7 EV S 200 90 12.0 +1.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Settings on Control Screen 80% 1 2 4 ISO f/ 5.6 200 90 3 5 6 +0.7 7 EV M 9 12.0 +1.5 8 SSD CFe 10 11 12 1. White Balance (WB) Tap to enter the white balance mode list to select auto WB, preset WB, or manual WB. The colour temperature and tint values for each preset WB mode is shown in the table below. If the preset modes cannot meet the requirements in some scenarios, users can adjust the temperature and tint values in the list on the right.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS 2. Focus Mode Includes AF and MF. Refer to the Focus Modes section for more information. 3. ISO Select ISO value. Users can also select ISO value in Live View. 4. Aperture 5. Shutter Speed 6. AE Lock (AE-L) This icon will appear when pressing the AE-L button to enable automatic exposure lock. 7. Exposure Scale and EV Exposure scale is the same as in Live View. Automatic Exposure Mode (A, S, P) displays the current exposure compensation.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS storage between the SSD and CFexpress memory card will be used to calculate the remaining frames. Storage Location: displays the selected storage. SSD Orange refers to the storage location in use. The primary slot and the backup secondary storage used will appear in orange. CFe A white border indicates extra storage that is set to overflow in the Storage settings.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Browse Mode Press the browse button to the right of the touch display to enter Browse Mode. View captured images and related information, rate the images, and delete images in Browse Mode. Browse Mode shows the standard information by default.
X2D 100C User Manual 2.4 CONTENTS TOP DISPLAY The interface on the top display varies by the camera status and operating mode. When the camera is powered off, press the ON/OFF button on the camera to show the battery level and charging status. 92% 36% 20% When the camera is powered on, the top display will show the camera settings such as ISO, aperture, shutter speed, exposure mode, white balance, remaining frames, storage status, and exposure compensation. ISO ISO 3200 Battery Level f/ 5.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS It shows the options when adjusting parameters. A ISO 200 A WB It shows the status and error information, such as full storage or firmware update.
X2D 100C User Manual 2.5 CONTENTS EXPOSURE MODES The X2D 100C supports five exposure modes, including a manual mode and four automatic modes. Select the exposure mode using the exposure mode button or the settings on Control Screen.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Using the touch display: on Control Screen, tap the exposure mode icon on the lower left corner and then tap on the pop-up menu to select the corresponding mode. Users can also use the front or rear scroll wheel to switch between options on the pop-up menu and press the rear scroll wheel to apply the mode. 80% 80% ISO f/ 5.6 +0.7 M EV 200 90 12.0 Exposure Mode f/ 5.6 M A Manual Full Auto +0.7 +1.5 SSD CFe M Aperture EV 12.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Manual Exposure Manual Exposure Mode provides total control of the shutter and aperture settings. Toggle the front and rear scroll wheels to manually determine the aperture and shutter speed. In Manual Exposure Mode, the exposure scale is displayed in Live View. The standard exposure setting is obtained when the value displayed over the exposure scale is 0.0 and positioned above the central index.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Automatic Exposure Automatic Exposure Mode includes three semi-automatic modes and one fully automatic mode for shutter speed and aperture control. Aperture Priority (A) Toggle the front scroll wheel to adjust the aperture. The shutter speed will be set automatically for optimal shooting performance. Shutter Priority (S) Toggle the front scroll wheel to adjust the shutter speed. The aperture will be set automatically for optimal shooting performance.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Auto Exposure Lock In Live View, press the AE-L button to lock EV in Automatic Exposure Modes (A, S, P). In Manual Exposure Mode, press the button to lock the aperture and shutter speed combination. This allows users to shift the aperture and shutter speed combination using the scroll wheels without changing the exposure. AE lock is not supported in Full Auto Exposure Mode. When the AE-L button is pressed, light metering is locked to the current EV setting.
X2D 100C User Manual 2.6 CONTENTS FOCUS MODES The X2D 100C supports autofocus (AF) and manual focus (MF). Select the focus mode using the focus mode button or the settings on Control Screen. When a lens with the push-pull focus ring is used, users can switch between AF and MF conveniently. Selecting Focus Mode When a lens with the push-pull focus ring is used, only MF is available when the focus ring is pushed to the front position. Users cannot select other focus modes.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Using the push-pull focus ring: When a lens with the push-pull focus ring is used, push the focus ring to the front position to enter MF. Pull the focus ring to the rear position to go back to the focus mode before entering MF. Refer to the corresponding lens manual for more information.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Auto Focus Activate autofocus by half-pressing the shutter release button or pressing the AF-D button. Focus is determined by the max contrast within the central marked area. When the contrast is not high enough, focus can not be set correctly. The focus point display varies in different scenarios. See the illustrations here and the following descriptions. 0.0 White focus point. Some H System lenses do not support AF.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Focus Point The square focus point in Live View indicates the status of the AF system. Activate autofocus by half-pressing the shutter release button or pressing the AF-D button. Grey, white outline: normal. Autofocus is not analysing the subject. (1) White, black outline: Autofocus is ongoing. (2) Green: autofocus performed and focus is correctly set. (3) Red: autofocus failed to focus and focus is not correctly set. (4) 1 2 3 4 Users can adjust the focus point.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Autofocus Single Half-press the shutter release button or press and hold the AF-D button to focus. Focusing will not restart if the camera or the subject moves. • In this mode, the lens will focus at one distance and will remain focused at that distance while half-pressing and holding the shutter release button. In this way, users can focus on the subject, temporarily positioned within the focusing zone, and half-press and hold the shutter release button and recompose.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Manual Focus Manual focus can be used at any time, even in Autofocus Mode. Users can also switch to Manual Focus Mode and use the focus ring manually on the lens only. For users who prefer manual focus control but would like the benefits of autofocus, one method is to use the AF-D button for autofocus single. Align the focus point with the subject and press and hold the AF-D button.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Auto Zoom If enabled, the camera will automatically zoom in to 100% from where the focus point is located when rotating the focus ring. This makes it easy for the users to check whether the focus is set correctly on the subject or not. 0.0 Live View Auto Zoom to 100%. Subject not in focus. Auto Zoom to 100%. Focus set correctly.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Focus Indicator If enabled, the focus indicator will appear in Live View. 0.0 0.0 The focus indicator can indicate the relationship between the focus and subject and show the direction to rotate the focus ring. Grey triangle: the focus is too far from the subject. Users can try to rotate the focus ring clockwise or counterclockwise to make the triangle turn white. Green triangle and circle: the focus is correctly set on the subject. Focus completed.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Moving and Adjusting Focus Point Users can move the focus point and adjust the focus point size while shooting. Make sure that Move AF Point is enabled before use. Follow the instructions below to set: Go to Main Menu > Focus, scroll to the bottom, and then enable Move AF Point. In Live View on the touch display, tap the display or swipe on the display to move the focus point to the target position. Spread or pinch to zoom in or out on the focus point.
X2D 100C User Manual 2.7 CONTENTS DRIVE MODES The X2D 100C supports drive modes including Single, Continuous, Self Timer, Interval, and Exposure Bracketing. Set on Control Screen. Single Continuous Self Timer Interval Exposure Bracketing Selecting Drive Mode On Control Screen, tap the drive mode icon at the bottom and tap on the pop-up menu to select the corresponding mode.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Single In this mode, the camera will make one exposure only regardless of how long the shutter release button is pressed. Continuous The camera will make exposures as long as the shutter release button is pressed. Self Timer The camera will wait a preset time to make the exposure after the shutter release button is pressed. Time: a delay between shutter release and exposure. When Finished: determines if the function shall be active after a completed cycle or not.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Interval The camera will make a pre-determined number of exposures with a preset interval time. Time: the time between exposures. Frames: how many exposures will be made. Initial Delay: a delay between shutter release and first exposure. Metering: exposure metering for all frames or first frame only. When Finished: determines if the function shall be active after a completed cycle or not.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Exposure Bracketing The camera will automatically make a pre-determined number of exposures with a preset exposure adjustment difference between each frame. Amount: how much exposure difference between each exposure. Frames: the number of exposures in the sequence. Initial Delay: a delay between shutter release and first exposure. Param in M: which of aperture or shutter speed to change if exposure bracketing is used in Manual Exposure Mode.
X2D 100C User Manual 2.8 CONTENTS IMAGE STABILISATION The X2D 100C features 5-axis 7-stop in-body image stabilisation (IBIS) to assist in capturing crisp handheld shots. Enable or disable image stabilisation in Main Menu > Image Stabilisation settings. appear on the left side in Live View when disabled. will • Disable image stabilisation when using a tripod. Otherwise, the image quality will be adversely affected. • Image stabilisation is not supported when using some of the H System lenses.
X2D 100C User Manual 2.9 CONTENTS BUILT-IN SSD The X2D 100C has a built-in 1TB SSD to store images. Connect the camera to a computer to use the built-in SSD as mass storage for data read/write. Storing Files to SSD Go to Main Menu > Storage > Primary Slot, and select SSD. Check the free space of the SSD in the Info section. Formatting SSD Formatting SSD will erase all the contents on the SSD. Operate with caution. 1. In the Storage settings, scroll to the bottom and select Format SSD. 2.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS 2.10 MEMORY CARDS Insert a CFexpress Type B memory card to expand storage. Memory cards with storage of up to 512GB are supported. Recommended Memory Cards It is recommended to use the following CFexpress Type B memory cards for the optimal storage experience. Sony CEB-G series CFexpress Type B memory cards (128GB). SanDisk Extreme Pro CFexpress Type B memory cards (128GB, 256GB, 512GB).
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS 2.11 ELECTRONIC VIEWFINDER (EVF) Make sure that EVF-Rear Screen is selected to Auto or EVF Only in the Display settings in Main Menu. EVF will be activated when approaching the EVF. Like the touch display, the EVF also has Live View, Control Screen, Main Menu, and Browse Mode. Users can take photos, view the camera status, set parameters, and browse files on different screens.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Moving Focus Point Swipe on the preset touchpad area and observe the movement of the focus point in EVF. Make sure that Move AF Point for EVF is enabled before use. Follow the instructions below to set: Go to Main Menu > Focus, scroll to the bottom, and enable Move AF Point for EVF. Zooming In/Out Double-tap the preset touchpad area to zoom in to 100%. Double-tap again to zoom out to the full image.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS 2.12 IMAGE BROWSING Browse and manage images on the touch display or in EVF. The following descriptions use the touch display as an example. Unless otherwise specified, EVF has the same operations. Browse Mode includes four menu levels: • Standard Preview • 9 View • Folder Browsing • Storage Location The camera enters Standard Preview Mode by default. Press the AE-L button or toggle the rear scroll wheel to the left to enter the upper level.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Standard Preview Mode The camera displays Standard Preview Mode when entering Browsing Mode. Users can view the captured images and basic settings in Standard Preview Mode. Besides basic settings, Standard Preview Mode also includes information overlays below: Capture Details Mode, Separate Histogram RGB Mode, and Luminance Histogram Mode. Refer to the related section for more information. 1 1. Storage Location (SSD or CFe) SSD 2 B0001410 22-01-23 3 17:47:39 2.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Capture Details Mode The Capture Details Mode displays the detailed information when captured. Separate Histogram RGB Mode In Separate Histogram RGB Mode, the individual RGB channels are displayed. The Red R channel first, the Green G channel in the middle, and the Blue B channel below the Red and Green channels. Luminance Histogram Mode The Luminance Histogram Mode displays the luminosity. The luminance is represented by a White Graph.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Luminance Histogram Exposure The histogram provides a graph that indicates the total number of pixels at each brightness level, with brightness in range from black on the left to white on the right. It is a valuable tool for evaluating images. A well exposed shot usually has a full range of levels, while underexposed and overexposed images tend to show levels concentrated at the left or right part of the scale. The histogram is only an indicator that should be interpreted.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Selecting Folder to Browse 1. Enter 9 View Mode, Folder Browsing, and Storage Location successively from Standard Preview Mode. 2. Select SSD or CFexpress to browse. 3. Enter Folder Browsing Mode. Toggle the front scroll wheel to switch between folders and press the AF-D button or toggle the rear scroll wheel to enter the folder. 4. Enter 9 View Mode and Standard Preview Mode successively to preview the images. Creating Folders 1.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Image Rating Images can be rated from 1 to 5 stars when browsing. The rating is written to the meta-data of the image file. 1. Enter Standard Preview Mode. 2. Press the circle button until image details are displayed. The five stars show the current rating in the lower right corner of the touch display. For an unrated image, no stars are filled. 3. To rate the image, tap the five stars. 4. The camera enters Rating Mode, showing five stars.
3 SETTINGS
X2D 100C User Manual 3.1 CONTENTS MAIN MENU 80% RAW Exposure Focus Quality Flash Display Power Storage Stabilization Wi-Fi General In Live View, press the menu button to the right of the touch display twice to enter the main menu. On Control Screen, press the menu button once or swipe left on the screen to enter the main menu. Main Menu includes frequently used settings such as Exposure, Focus, Quality, Flash, Display, Power, Storage, Stabilisation, Wi-Fi, and General Settings.
X2D 100C User Manual 3.2 CONTENTS EXPOSURE SETTINGS Exposure Exposure Compensation Reset After Exposure Reset After Reboot Shutter Function Electronic Shutter If this option is on, the camera will disable the lens shutter and use an electronic shutter. True Exposure Allows the shutter speed to remain unaffected when stopping down. (Only for XCD and HC/HCD lenses.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Shutter Function Main Menu > Exposure > Shutter Function Electronic Shutter Select On or Off. When electronic shutter is enabled, the camera will disable the lens shutter and use an electronic shutter in the sensor instead. Electronic shutter is indicated with an E symbol in front of the shutter speed in Live View and on Control Screen.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS True Exposure Explained T fully open Maximum aperture Stopped down one stop with True Exposure ON Stopped down one stop with True Exposure OFF Light level at image plane Time T stopped down = T fully open (Using True Exposure) T stopped down > T fully open (Without True Exposure) True Exposure is an XCD and HC/HCD lens function that allows the shutter speed to remain unaffected when stopping down.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Shutter Speed Limit The shutter speed limit can be set either directly or as a function of focal length. For example, when a 45mm lens is in use and the Shutter Speed Limit setting is 2f, the shutter speed limit will be 1/90s. In Auto ISO/P/Full Auto Mode, the shutter speed will be as close to the set value as possible to ensure the success rate of handheld shooting. Auto ISO: sets the slowest shutter speed before ISO will be increased.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Auto ISO Limits Main Menu > Exposure > Auto ISO Limits Set the maximum and minimum ISO values for when Auto ISO is set. After configuration, when ISO is set to Auto in A, S, or P Exposure Mode, the ISO is set automatically by the camera. It is unable to exceed these maximum and minimum limits. Exposure Simulation Main Menu > Exposure > Exposure Simulation In Live View on the touch display or in EVF, the display will simulate the final image exposure.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Configuration Main Menu > Exposure > Configuration Configuration Exposure Lock Out of Range When this function is on, shutter actuation is disabled when aperture or shutter speed are out of range. Increment Step Size Exposure 1/2 step Exposure Adjustment 1/3 step B/T Mode Shutter B/T Mode Lens Max Aperture Select if the lens uses a fully open and round aperture at maximum setting.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Lens Max Aperture Select to use a fully open round aperture or a normal aperture at the maximum setting. Full: a fully open round aperture. For XCD lenses only. Normal: standard setting. This can minimise the risk of internal reflections. Using the XCD 90 lens as an example, the Normal setting can cause a polygonal look for the out-of-focus areas, while the Full setting will create a smoother and round look for the outof-focus areas with all the leaves fully open.
X2D 100C User Manual 3.3 CONTENTS FOCUS SETTINGS Focus Autofocus AF Point Size Large Reset Focus Point Never AF Result Sound Off Manual Focus MF Assist Focus Indicator Move AF Point Move AF Point for EVF Autofocus AF Sound Off Main Menu > Focus > Autofocus AF Point Size Select the focus point size displayed in Live View between large and small. The number of focus points varies depending on the focus point size. Users can also adjust the focus point size in Live View.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Manual Focus Main Menu > Focus > Manual Focus MF Assist Select from the following method for MF assist in Manual Focus Mode. Auto Zoom: the camera will zoom in to 100% automatically when rotating the focus ring in Manual Focus Mode. Refer to Auto Zoom in the Manual Focus section for more information. Focus Indicator: in Manual Focus Mode, the focus point will display as a focus indicator to indicate whether the focus is correctly set.
X2D 100C User Manual 3.4 CONTENTS QUALITY SETTINGS Quality Image Format Bit Depth RAW 14 bit 14 bit increases shooting speed. 16 bit improves color range. JPEG Quality Image Format HDR Main Menu > Quality > Image Format Select the format of the still images between RAW, RAW+JPG, and JPG. Bit Depth Main Menu > Quality > Bit Depth When the image format is selected to RAW or RAW+JPG, select the colour depth of the images between 14 bit and 16 bit.
X2D 100C User Manual 3.5 CONTENTS FLASH SETTINGS Flash Sync Normal Exposure Lock until Flash Ready Sync Main Menu > Flash > Sync Set to trigger the flash at the beginning or end of the exposure. Normal: to trigger at the beginning of the exposure. Rear: to trigger at the end of the exposure. Exposure Lock until Flash Ready Main Menu > Flash > Exposure Lock until Flash Ready Set whether to block a capture if the flash is not ready. If enabled, the capture will be blocked.
X2D 100C User Manual 3.6 CONTENTS DISPLAY SETTINGS Display EVF-Rear Screen Auto EVF EVF Diopter Eye Sensor Distance Short Always start Live View in EVF Brightness Rear Screen Brightness Top Display Brightness EVF Brightness Preview Preview Time 2s Rear Screen EVF Overexposure Warning EVF-Rear Screen Main Menu > Display > EVF-Rear Screen Set to use the rear touch display or EVF for display. Auto: the touch display will be used for display when not approaching the eye sensor.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS EVF Main Menu > Display > EVF EVF Dioptre Tap to enter adjustment. Look through the EVF and toggle the front and rear scroll wheels to adjust the dioptre to an appropriate setting. Press the rear scroll wheel or tap Exit on the touch display to complete the adjustment. Eye Sensor Distance Select the sensitivity of the eye sensor for the EVF from Short or Normal.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Preview Main Menu > Display > Preview Set the preview time and enable the touch display or EVF preview to preview the latest captured image after exposure ends. Preview Time When it is set to 0.5s, 1s, 2s, 4s, or 8s, the display will return to Live View after the preset time. When it is set to Hold, the display will stay in Browse Mode until users change to a different screen.
X2D 100C User Manual 3.7 CONTENTS POWER SETTINGS Power Display Off 2m Power Off 2h Power Off when Tethered Never Display Off Main Menu > Power > Display Off The display will be off if no operation is performed on the camera within the display-off time. Power Off Main Menu > Power > Power Off The camera will power off automatically if no operation is performed on the camera within this power-off time. If Never is selected, the camera will stay powered on.
X2D 100C User Manual 3.8 CONTENTS STORAGE SETTINGS Storage Destination Primary Slot Secondary Storage SSD Overflow Info Internal SSD 323GB free/998GB CFexpress 187GB free/245GB Format SSD Format CFexpress Destination Main Menu > Storage > Destination Set usage for the built-in SSD and CFexpress memory card. Primary Slot Select SSD or CFe as the primary storage and the other one as the secondary storage.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Info Main Menu > Storage > Info Displays the volume and available space of the built-in SSD and the CFexpress memory card inserted. Format Main Menu > Storage > Format SSD Tap to format the built-in SSD. Main Menu > Storage > Format CFe Tap to format the inserted memory card. Formatting will erase all the contents on the SSD or memory card. Operate with caution.
X2D 100C User Manual 3.9 CONTENTS STABILISATION SETTINGS Stabilization Stabilization Focal Length XCD 38mm Can only be set when using a third-party lens adapter. Stabilisation Main Menu > Stabilisation > Stabilisation Enable or disable in-body image stabilisation. • Disable image stabilisation when using a tripod. Otherwise, the image quality will be adversely affected. • Image stabilisation is not supported when using some of the H System lenses.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS 3.10 WI-FI SETTINGS Wi-Fi Wi-Fi Mode SSID 5 GHz X2D 100C 39712B Password MABH7HQE Change Password Remove Paired Devices [5] Wi-Fi: Enable or disable Wi-Fi. If enabled, Bluetooth on the camera will also be enabled automatically, and the WLAN icon will appear in the upper left corner of Control Screen or Main Menu. Mode: Select from 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz. SSID: Displays the Wi-Fi name of camera. Password: Displays the Wi-Fi password of camera.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Remove Paired Devices: This can remove all devices that are paired and connected automatically through Bluetooth to the Phocus Mobile 2 app. The value in the brackets indicates the number of paired devices. Tap this button on the touch display and press the circle button on the camera body to confirm or press the delete button to exit. If the Remove Paired Devices button is grey on the touch display, it indicates that there were no devices paired before.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS 3.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Touchpad for EVF Area Select which area of the touch display is used for Touchpad when using the EVF. Choose from: 1 2 3 4 5 6 - Left (1) - Right (2) - Top-Left (3) - Top-Right (4) - Bottom-Left (5) - Bottom-Right (6) Sensitivity Select the sensitivity for touch operations between Low, Medium, and High.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Custom Buttons Main Menu > General > Custom Buttons Custom Buttons Focus Mode AF/MF ISO / WB M ISO / WB Exposure Mode Wheel Click Zoom in Lens Control Ring Av Reset Custom Buttons Custom Buttons The following buttons, scroll wheels, and the control ring on the camera body can be customised. The default functions are listed below. Users can change the settings to preferred functions. AF/MF Button (AF/MF): focus mode switch by default.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Custom Profiles Main Menu > General > Custom Profiles Preset parameters for the camera and save them in different custom profiles. Users can enter the preset mode quickly and use the preset parameters for shooting to improve efficiency by using this function. After parameter configuration, tap the number of the desired profile and tap Save to save the settings to the selected custom profile.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Spirit Level Calibration Main Menu > General > Spirit Level Calibration The camera is equipped with an accelerometer to measure the tilt of the camera relative to the horizontal axis and vertical axis. Spirit level calibration can assist in checking the tilt angle of the camera. In Live View, users can also enter spirit level calibration. Press the circle button on the camera body to switch the display until Exposure Information + Spirit Level appears.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Camera tilted to the left. Camera aligned horizontally and vertically. Camera tilted to the right. Camera tilted up. Camera aligned vertically. Camera tilted down. A Spirit Level when camera is aligned. B Spirit Level when camera is tilted a little to the right and more down.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Date & Time Main Menu > General > Date & Time Tap Date or Time and select year, month, day, hour, and minute respectively. Date & Time Date 2022 - 02 - 11 Time 19:16 Language & Unit Main Menu > General > Language & Unit Language Language & Unit Language Unit of Distance English Meter Tap Language and select the desired language from the list. Tap any other area on the screen to save the setting.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Service Main Menu > General > Service Service Firmware Update Check the firmware version of the camera and lens. Follow the instructions below to update the firmware on this page when new firmware is released. 1. Visit the official Hasselblad website www. hasselblad.com to download the latest firmware. 2. Store the firmware in the root directory of the camera SSD or CFexpress memory card. Firmware Update Camera Firmware v1.0.0 Lens Firmware v1.0.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Default Settings Reset all Settings: reset all the settings except custom profiles to the default settings. Reset all Settings including Profiles: reset all the settings, including custom profiles, to the default settings. File Counter Tap Reset and press the corresponding button to the right of the touch display. The next captured images will be numbered B0000001.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS About Main Menu > General > About About View the product name, model number, and serial number. Product Name X2D 100C Tap Licenses to view the electronic licenses. Model Number X2D 100C Serial Number Tap Usage to view the total number of lens exposures of the current lens. Scroll to view Compliance Info, such as electronic labels and ID.
4 PHOCUS MOBILE 2 AND PHOCUS
X2D 100C User Manual 4.1 CONTENTS PROFILE The Phocus Mobile 2 app and Phocus software both use HNCS to deliver correct colours. Expanding the possibilities of the Hasselblad workflow, Phocus Mobile 2 takes the image editing process to a new, portable level, enabling the travelling or studio photographer to have a quicker, more seamless workflow. Phocus is an image processing and file management application aimed primarily at Hasselblad RAW 3F file handling.
X2D 100C User Manual 4.2 CONTENTS PHOCUS MOBILE 2 APP Album ISO 100 1 / 125 f / 3.5 Exposure EV 44% 0 .0 0 Contrast 0 Brightness 0 Recovery 0 Shadow Fill 0 Clarity 0 P ISO 12K8 Curves f/ 3.5 Shutter 3.2s AF- D RGB R G B DoF Histogram EV 0.0 To use Phocus Mobile 2, connect the camera to an iOS device using Wi-Fi. Users can import, edit, and rate RAW and full-quality JPEG images directly on the device.
X2D 100C User Manual 4.3 CONTENTS PHOCUS SOFTWARE Connecting to Computer Connect the USB-C port on the camera to a computer using a USB-C cable of USB 2.0 or above. Users can control the camera remotely in Phocus, such as aperture adjustment or exposure time control. Phocus is compatible with computers with 8GB of RAM or more running on macOS 10.15 or later, or Windows 7 64-bit or later.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Professional Image Quality Phocus combines Hasselblad Natural Colour Solution (HNCS) with Digital Auto-Correction (DAC) to provide high digital image quality for the images users create. With Phocus, the moiré effect that can occur on extremely high-resolution images is effectively removed automatically and directly on the raw data, leaving the image quality intact and saving time in post-production.
5 APPENDIX
X2D 100C User Manual 5.1 CONTENTS CHANGE FROM FOREIGN LANGUAGE Main Menu > General > Language & Unit 1. Power on the camera and press the menu button twice to enter Main Menu. 2. Tap the general settings icon . 3. Scroll on the screen to find the globe icon . 4. Tap to enter the language setting page and tap to select the desired language from the list.
X2D 100C User Manual 5.2 CONTENTS ERROR MESSAGES If any error message is displayed 1. Remove the components from the camera. 2. Attach the components to the camera again. If the error message is still displayed 1. Remove the battery. 2. Remove any connected USB cable. 3. Wait 10 seconds. 4. Attach the battery again. The camera processor is now reset. If the error message is still displayed 1. Write down the error message. 2. Contact your closest authorized Hasselblad dealer. 5.
X2D 100C User Manual 5.4 CONTENTS CLEAN THE LENS GLASS SURFACE Remove Dust Remove the dust with an air blower or a very soft lens brush. Remove Smear If there is smear on the lens glass, do as follows: 1. If you are not sure how to remove the smear, contact the Hasselblad authorised service centre. 2. Clean the lens glass with a high quality lens cleaning solution on a tissue.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS As the EV value is related to the lighting conditions, it can in many cases be an easy way to quickly set the correct exposure. As a start users can use the following guidelines. Scene EV Value @ISO 100 Light sand or snow with clear shadows 16 Outdoor scene in direct sunlight 15 Outdoor scene, Cloudy no shadows 13 Outdoor scene in shadows, clear sunlight 12 Sunset 12 Night scenes in city lights 7-8 Indoor, home 5-7 The table shows EV values for ISO 100.
X2D 100C User Manual 5.6 CONTENTS ACCESSORIES XH Lens Adapter CP.QT.00000290.01 The XH Lens Adapter can be used to mount an HC/HCD lens onto the X2D 100C camera. The XH Lens Adapter widens the X2D 100C lens choices to include all 12 H-system HC/ HCD lenses, and accessories including a macro converter and 3 extension tubes. The HC/HCD lens range includes a 24 mm wide-angle lens, a 300 mm telephoto lens and a 100 mm f 2.2 lens, delivering small depth-of-field range and a beautiful, smooth Bokeh.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS XH CONVERTER 0,8 CP.HB.00000627.01 The XH Converter 0,8 is an accessory for using HC/HCD lenses on X System cameras. It reduces the focal length of the attached lens by a factor of 0,8x as well as increases the maximum and minimum aperture with 2/3 stops. The following cameras and lenses are supported: • Hasselblad X System cameras, X2D 100C with firmware 1.0.0 or later, X1D with firmware 1.25.0 or later, or X1D II 50C/907X/CFV II with firmware 1.4.0 or later.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS XV Lens Adapter CP.HB.00000241.01 The XV lens Adapter is used to attach Hasselblad V System lenses to the X2D 100C. Compatible with all V System lenses (C, CF, CFi, CFE, CB, F and FE) • This requires the electronic shutter function of the X2D 100C to be activated. • Lens corrections for V System lenses are available with Phocus version 3.4 or later. Note that they have to be manually selected. Tripod Mount Ring 75mm CP.HB.00000217.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS XPan Lens Adapter CP.HB.00000036.01 The XPan Lens Adapter is used to attach lenses that was made for the XPan camera. Available XPan lenses were 5,6/30mm, 4/45mm and 4/90mm. X Pa n Le n s e s h a d n o b u i l t - i n s h u tt e r. Consequently, they can only be used when the electronic shutter of the camera is activated. Battery Charging Hub CP.HB.00000397.01 (EMEA) CP.HB.00000395.01 (United Kingdom) CP.HB.00000392.01 (North America/Japan) CP.HB.00000396.01 (China) CP.HB.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Optional HC Lens Accessories H 13, 26, and 52 Extension Tubes CP.QT.00000228.01 Extension Tube H 13mm CP.QT.00000223.01 Extension Tube H 26mm CP.QT.00000233.01 Extension Tube H 52mm The Extension tubes attach between the XH Lens Adapter and the HC lens to reduce the close focusing distance for close up photography. They are available in three sizes: 13mm, 26mm and 52mm. As the X2D 100C has a TTL light metering system, exposure compensation is automatic. Converter H 1.7x CP.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Optional Accessories Pro Shade V/H 60–95 CP.QT.HB000021.01 An adjustable bellows lens shade that provides highly efficient protection against stray light. The compact, flat folding design saves space in the equipment case. It also features a filter holder for glass, gelatin, or plastic filters. Pro Shade Adapters CP.QT.HB000024.01 Proshade Adapter 67mm CP.HB.00000073.01 Proshade Adapter 77mm CP.QT.HB000025.
X2D 100C User Manual CONTENTS Pola Filters CP.HB.00000089.01 Polarizing Filter 67mm CP.HB.00000090.01 Polarizing Filter 77mm CP.HB.00000091.01 Polarizing Filter 95mm Reduces non-specular reflections and glare. Increases colour saturation in general. Can intensify a blue sky. Available in three sizes. Tripod Quick Coupling H CP.HB.00000070.01 Mounted on a tripod, this accessory facilitates rapid attachment and removal of the camera. The camera is firmly held in an exact and repeatable position.
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