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Hasselblad 503CX User Manual

Hasselblad 503CX
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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Hasselblad 503CX Specifications

General IconGeneral
Camera TypeMedium format SLR
Image Size6x6 cm
FocusManual
Film Format120/220
Lens MountHasselblad V-system
Shutter Speed1/500 sec to 1 sec, Bulb
ViewfinderInterchangeable waist-level or prism
Shutter TypeFocal-plane shutter

Summary

Initial Guarantee Information

Service and Maintenance Overview

Introduction to the Hasselblad Camera System

Lenses

Details on Hasselblad lenses manufactured by Carl Zeiss and their compatibility.

Parts and Components

Basic Operation

Front Protective Cover

Procedure for removing and attaching the front protective cover.

Rear Protective Cover

Procedure for removing the rear protective cover.

Attaching the Lens

Instructions for correctly mounting a lens onto the camera body.

Removing the Lens

Attaching the Magazine

Removing the Magazine

Magazine and Camera Indicators

Red Magazine - White Camera

Procedure to rematch indicators when magazine is red and camera is white.

White magazine - Red Camera

Procedure to rematch indicators when magazine is white and camera is red.

Focusing Hood and Magnifier

Opening the Focusing Hood

How to lift and position the focusing hood for use.

The Built-in Magnifier

How to deploy and retract the camera's built-in magnifier.

Closing the Focusing Hood

How to fold down the focusing hood.

Winding Crank Operations

Removing the Winding Crank

Procedure for detaching the winding crank from the camera.

Attaching the Winding Crank

Procedure for attaching the winding crank to the camera.

Strap Lugs

Strap Attachment

How to securely attach a strap to the camera's strap lugs.

Strap Removal

How to detach a strap from the camera's strap lugs.

Left Hand Grip

Focus and Release

Operating Details

Exposure

How to correctly set exposure parameters on the camera.

Time Exposure Lock

Explanation and usage of the time exposure lock feature.

Pre-release and Cable Release

Double Exposure

Lens and Shutter Functions

Shutter Speeds

How to select and set shutter speeds on the lens.

Aperture

How to select and set aperture values on the lens.

Warning Signal

Understanding the warning signal for potential exposure errors.

Exposure Values

Interlocked Shutter Speed/ Aperture

Focusing and Depth of Field

Infrared Photography

Adjusting focus for infrared photography using the IR index.

Checking Depth of Field

Flash Synchronization

Magazine Operation

Loading the Magazine

Step-by-step guide to loading film into the magazine.

Magazine Load Status

Removing Film from the Magazine

Film Tab Holder

Film Plane Index

Viewfinder System

Changing the Viewfinder

Procedure for swapping different types of viewfinders.

Changing the Magnifier

How to replace the magnifier in the focusing hood.

Changing the Focusing Screen

PME and PME3 / PMES Meter Prism Viewfinder Adjustments

Automatic Flash Control

Attaching the Hasselblad Flash Adapters SCA 390 and SCA 590

Setting the Film Speed

Viewfinder Signal

Accessories

Accessory Mounts

Details on tripod sockets and their compatibility with accessories.

Hasselblad Accessory Chart

Reference to a chart indicating available accessories for the system.

Technical Specifications and Equipment 503CX

Technical Specifications and Equipment 503 Classic

Camera Body Dimensions

503CXi New Features

Exposure Button

Details on the enlarged and redesigned exposure button on the 503CXi.

Winding Crank

Removing the Winding Crank

Procedure for detaching the 503CXi winding crank.

Attaching the Winding Crank

Procedure for attaching the 503CXi winding crank.

Tripod Mount

Rubber Feet

Format Masks

Troubleshooting

Camera Care

Extremes of temperature

Precautions regarding high temperatures and temperature changes.

Dust and grit

Advice on preventing dust and grit from entering the camera.

Professional Service

Full Guarantee Details

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