The XCD 45mm f/3.5 lens from Hasselblad is an optically superb lens designed to cover a large 44 x 33mm sensor area, for use with the mirrorless X system. Edge-to-edge sharpness is complimented by a sleek design to match the high resolution capability and slim build of the X1D body. It offers a full-frame equivalent focal length of 35mm.

An integrated Central Lens Shutter is capable of flash sync up to 1/2000 second. During general use it can focus as close as 40cm and offers autofocus with internal focusing and full-time manual focus override.