Hasselblad has unveiled its first ultra-wide zoom lens, the XCD 20-35mm F3.2-4.5 E, equivalent to 16-27mm in full-frame terms. This lens marks the debut of Hasselblad's new XCD E series, where 'E' stands for Excellence, representing the pinnacle of optical performance in the XCD lineup.

The XCD 3,2-4,5/20-35E boasts the widest field of view and largest aperture in Hasselblad's medium format system. Its optical design comprises 16 elements in 12 groups, including three aspherical elements, promising image quality on par with XCD prime lenses. The lens maintains its widest f3.2 aperture up to 24mm and offers a minimum focus distance of 0.32m (13").

Housed in an all-metal body with a matching metal lens hood, the lens features focus and aperture control rings. It incorporates a leaf shutter supporting flash sync speeds up to 1/2000 sec and uses a stepper motor for quiet autofocus operation. The lens measures 117mm (4.6") in length, 81mm (3.2") in diameter, and weighs 805g (1.8lbs). It also includes a 77mm filter thread.

Hasselblad has priced the XCD 3,2-4,5/20-35E at $5,929 in the US and €6,729 in Europe, positioning it as a premium offering in their lens lineup.

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