Based on the knowledge used in our other Canon lens adapters, Cambo has now created an adapter to enable the use of Canon lenses on the Hasselblad-X1D camera.
This adapter is mounted directly to the X1D camera bayonet and it controls the aperture of Canon lenses electronically, by similar controls as on the ACB-CA, WRE-CA and CA-GFX. Be aware that there is no further protocol to communicate with the X1D camera for setting aperture, auto focus or EXIF date from the lens.
It may be obvious that only Canon lenses that have a larger image circle, such as the T/S lenses, will have enough coverage for this sensor.
This combination makes it possible to use the Hasselblad X1D camera with a 17mm (and 24mm) focal length that covers the full format of the X1D 33x44mm sensor. Depending on the composition you may still be able to use the T/S movements on the lens unobstructed. More information will be released about compatibility with the newly announced Canon TS/E Lenses as they are available for testing, however at this time it can be assumed that the image circles will be of an acceptable size.
As there is no mechanical shutter in this setup, there are limitations in use with certain light sources, exposure times and subjects, we refer to the information from Hasselblad about this.
The below photos are of working prototype units, and do not indicate the final build/finish of these units.
The CA-XCD is available for pre-order now, and will ship later in September 2017. For pricing and ordering information please contact your closest Cambo dealer. A list of dealers are available at Cambousa.com/dealers
Very interested in the CA – XCD,
I’m looking at purchasing the X1D in the near future,will this product be able to give me full control of the Canon 24mm TS movements? & obviously it will be full manual camera operation but this device will allow the camera to talk to the lens,is that correct?
Is this available yet & if not can you please advise me when & where I can purchase,
Thank you
Andrew Porfyri
Andrew,
Thanks for the comment. The answer to your questions is a decided Yes and No. The CA-XCD adaptor does interface with the Canon lenses. While all of them will fit, the greatest use will be those with larger image circles (such as the 24 TS-E lens you mentioned). The adaptor connects with the lens and allows for aperture to be set. Since there are no other electronic controls focusing will be manual, and no metadata will be shared with the camera.
Some shift will be possible, but not the full range listed on the lens itself. The sensor being much larger than a full frame 35mm camera is the reasoning behind this. If you need a more dedicated shift option, may I suggest the Actus-XCD instead.
Both products are available now from any of our dealer network (Cambousa.com/dealers). If you need any further assistance please email us. We’d be happy to assist!