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Hasselblad H5D User Manual

Hasselblad H5D
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USER MANUAL
v11

Table of Contents

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Hasselblad H5D Specifications

General IconGeneral
Sensor TypeCCD
ISO Range50-800
Lens MountHasselblad H Mount
Resolution50 megapixels
Shutter Speed1/800 sec to 32 sec
ViewfinderInterchangeable waist-level or eye-level viewfinder
Display3.0-inch TFT LCD
Storage MediaCompactFlash (CF) card
BatteryLi-ion Battery
Image FormatRAW
LCD Screen3.0-inch TFT LCD
Dimensions153 x 131 x 205 mm
Weight2290 g

Summary

Introduction

Computer System Requirements

Warnings, Restrictions and Recommendations

Firmware Updates

Parts, Components, Buttons and Controls – Overview

Grip Buttons and Controls

Details the functions of buttons and controls located on the camera's grip.

Camera Body Buttons and Controls

Explains the buttons and controls found on the main camera body.

Sensor Unit

Viewfinder

Lenses

Attaching a Lens

Step-by-step guide on how to attach an H System lens to the camera.

Removing a Lens

Step-by-step guide on how to detach an H System lens from the camera.

Front Lens Cap

Instructions on how to handle the front lens cap.

Lens Shades

Information on using and mounting lens shades for protection.

Shutter and Aperture Control

How to control shutter and aperture settings using the camera's grip wheels.

Focusing Distance Calculation

How to read and interpret focusing distance scales on the lenses.

Filters

Guidance on using lens filters with Hasselblad lenses.

Stop Down / Depth-of-Field Preview

How to preview depth of field using the stop-down button.

Infrared Focus Settings

Specific procedures for focusing with infrared light.

Focus Assist

Explanation of the LED focus assist feature in the viewfinder.

Display Information – Overview

Sensor Unit Display and Controls – Overview

Grip Display – Overview

Viewfinder Display – Overview

Reassignable Grip Buttons - Function Options

Camera Configuration in Phocus

Shortcuts

General

Carrying Strap

Instructions on attaching and using the camera's carrying strap.

Rechargeable Battery Grip

Information about the standard power source for the H5D camera.

Battery Charger

Details on the supplied battery charger and its usage.

Fitting and Removing a Battery

Step-by-step guide on how to install and remove the battery grip.

Charging the Battery

Instructions and precautions for charging the camera's battery.

Rechargeable Battery Grip Li-ion/ Battery Charger Li-ion 2900 – Precautions & General

Important safety and usage notes for the battery grip and charger.

Battery Life & Battery Warning

Information on battery life, indicators, and warning messages.

Battery Status

How to check the battery status and related information on the grip display.

Temperature Warning

Details on temperature warnings and their implications for camera operation.

Power Modes

Explanation of the camera's power modes: ON, Display Off, and Sleep.

Automatic Settings

Configuration options for automatic display behavior like Display Off and Sleep.

Re-activation from Display Off or Sleep Modes

How to quickly wake the camera from low-power modes.

Viewfinder Screen

Information about the viewfinder screen and its maintenance.

Removing and Attaching the Viewfinder

Procedures for detaching and reattaching the camera's viewfinder.

Eyepiece Adjustment

How to adjust the viewfinder eyepiece for optimal clarity.

Rubber Eye Cup

Information on the available rubber eye cups for the viewfinder.

Accessory Connection

Details on connecting accessories via the camera's accessory port.

PC-Connector

Information about the PC connector for flash synchronization.

Protective Base Plate

Instructions for removing and attaching the camera's protective base plate.

Using Compact Flash Memory Cards

Guidance on selecting and using CF cards with the H5D.

Inserting a CF Card

Step-by-step instructions for inserting a CF card into the sensor unit.

Removing a CF Card

Step-by-step instructions for removing a CF card from the sensor unit.

Formatting Cards

Instructions for formatting CF cards for use with the H5D.

Sensor Unit – Introduction

An introduction to the sensor unit's modular design and handling.

Care and Maintenance of Sensor Unit

Essential guidelines for cleaning and maintaining the sensor unit.

Removing and Attaching the Sensor Unit

Procedures for safely attaching and removing the sensor unit.

Cleaning the Sensor Filter

Instructions for cleaning the sensor unit's infrared filter.

Tethered to a Computer with Phocus Running

Using the camera tethered to a computer with Phocus software.

Connecting to a Computer

How to establish a connection between the camera and a computer.

Hasselblad Capture Files, Phocus & Adobe/Apple Software Workflows

Phocus

Lenses & Focus Modes

Stop Down / Depth-of-Field Preview

How to preview depth of field using the stop-down button.

Infrared Focus Settings

Specific procedures for focusing with infrared light.

Focus Assist

Explanation of the LED focus assist feature in the viewfinder.

Manual Focus

Details on manual focus modes and override capabilities.

Auto / Manual Focus Setting

How to select between autofocus and manual focus modes.

Autofocus

Explanation of the camera's autofocus system and its range.

Manual Override in Autofocus Mode

How to manually adjust focus while in autofocus mode.

Autofocus Override in Manual Mode

How to perform a quick autofocus check while in manual mode.

Single Shot

Describes the single-shot autofocus mode for precise focusing.

Continuous

Explains the continuous autofocus mode for tracking moving subjects.

True Focus

Details the True Focus feature for automatic angle/focus correction.

True Focus and Absolute Position Lock

Advanced explanation of True Focus technology and its application.

True Focus and Camera Handling

Best practices for handling the camera to maximize True Focus accuracy.

Focus Checking in Browse, Preview or True Focus Mode

Methods for verifying focus using the P1/P2 buttons or after capture.

Four True Focus Methods

Outlines different methods for activating and using the True Focus function.

Live View

Explains the Live View feature for composition and focusing on specific models.

Exposure Control

ISO & White Balance

How to set ISO and White Balance via grip, sensor unit, or Phocus.

Light Metering Modes

Description of the available metering modes: Spot, Centre Weighted, and CentreSpot.

Exposure Setting Modes

Explains the different exposure modes: Manual, Aperture, Shutter, and Program.

Selecting Metering / Exposure Setting Modes

Steps to select metering and exposure modes via the camera's buttons.

Manual Exposure – M

How to control shutter and aperture manually for precise exposure.

Automatic Exposure – A, S, P, PV

Details on automatic exposure modes for simplified shooting.

Overexposure Indicator

How to enable and use the overexposure indicator to prevent detail loss.

AE- L BUTTON

Explains the dual functions of the AE-L button for exposure locking and Zone System placement.

Exposure Compensation / Quick Adjust

How to adjust exposure compensation temporarily or using Quick Adjust.

Fixed Exposure Compensation Setting

Procedures for setting and retaining fixed exposure compensation.

Navigating the Menus

Basic Description of Sensor Unit Menu Items

An overview of the options available within the sensor unit's menu.

Overview of Navigating Menu and Settings on Sensor Unit.

Detailed steps for navigating menus and making settings changes on the sensor unit.

Overview of Navigating Menu and Settings

Explains how to navigate the camera's grip menu and save settings.

Previews & Browsing

Preview Modes

Explains the different preview modes available for viewing images.

Standard Preview

Describes the default preview mode showing basic information and settings.

Histogram Mode – Exposure

How to interpret histograms for evaluating exposure and image quality.

Browsing

Instructions for navigating through captured images using the scroll wheel.

Create New Folder

Steps to create new folders for organizing captured images.

'Current' Folder Selection

How to redirect new captures to a specific folder.

Sensor Unit Settings

Basic Overview of Sensor Unit Menu

A visual guide to the sensor unit's menu structure and navigation.

ISO Setting on Sensor Unit

How to set the ISO sensitivity via the sensor unit menu.

White Balance Setting on Sensor Unit – Presets:

Guide to setting white balance using presets via the sensor unit.

White Balance Setting on Sensor Unit – Numerical Value Setting:

How to manually set white balance using numerical Kelvin values on the sensor unit.

White Balance Setting by Using a ‘Grey Card’:

Procedure for setting manual white balance using a grey card or neutral area.

Image Format

Options for selecting RAW and JPEG file formats and color profiles.

Storage

Overview of storage options including creating folders, deleting, and formatting.

Sound

Configuration options for camera sound feedback and warnings.

Language

How to change the sensor unit's display language.

Display

Adjusting contrast and brightness settings for the sensor unit display.

Date & Time

Setting the camera's internal date and time for file and folder labeling.

Button P1 & P2, Display Off, Sleep, Power Off, Image Orientation, Show Preview

Settings > Wi-Fi (H5D-50c Wi-Fi model only)

Wi-Fi Modes (H5D-50c Wi-Fi model only)

Explains the Client and Direct (AP) modes for Wi-Fi connection.

Connect Directly to an iPhone/iPad (Direct (AP) Mode)

Steps to connect the camera directly to an iPhone/iPad via Wi-Fi AP mode.

Connect to an Existing Network (Client Mode)

Instructions for connecting the camera to an existing Wi-Fi network.

Change to a Different Client Network

How to connect to a different Wi-Fi network if needed.

Wi-Fi Connection (H5D-50c Wi-Fi model only) Continued

Detailed steps for setting up Wi-Fi passwords and connections.

Wi-Fi Connection via Phocus Mobile

Settings > GPS

Service

About

Spirit Level

Grip Menu Settings

General Overview of Grip Menu

A visual map of the grip menu structure, showing main categories.

Settings

Accessing core settings like Self Timer, Bracketing, Interval, Settings, and Drive.

Self Timer

Configuration options for the camera's self-timer function.

Bracketing

Interval

Settings > Custom Options

Custom Options (on Grip)

Detailed list and explanation of customizable options available on the camera grip.

Settings > Image Info

Image Info Setting

Detailed steps for composing custom text strings for image metadata.

Settings > System Status

System Status Disclosure

How to view usage statistics and version information for camera components.

Drive

Single and Continuous Setting

Explains the operation of Single and Continuous drive modes.

Profiles

Making a Profile

Step-by-step guide to creating and saving custom camera profiles.

Using Profiles

How to activate and load saved camera profiles.

Changing a Profile Name

Instructions for renaming existing camera profiles.

Flash / Strobe

Flash / Strobe

General information and considerations for using flash units with the H5D.

Integral Flash

Details on the built-in integral flash unit, its specifications, and operation.

Access to Controls

How to access flash settings and controls on the camera grip.

Separate Flash Unit Connection

Connecting external flash units via hot shoe or PC connector.

Flash Measure of Separate Flash Unit

Using the camera as a flash meter for external flash units.

HM 16-32 Film Magazine (Optional Accessory)

Parts and Components

Identifies the key parts and components of the film magazine.

LCD Panel

Explanation of the film magazine's LCD panel and navigation.

LCD Illumination Button

How to use the button to illuminate the film magazine's LCD.

Change Up /Change Down Button

Using buttons to adjust magazine settings.

Function Selector

How to select functions on the film magazine's menu.

Film Plane Index

Understanding the film plane index for critical applications.

Darkslide Key

How to operate the darkslide key for film protection.

Darkslide Indicator

Interpreting the darkslide indicator lights for safe film handling.

Film Tab Holder

Information about the film tab holder on the magazine.

Film Holder Key

How to use the film holder key to secure the film.

Magazine Settings Lock

How to lock and unlock the film magazine's settings.

Databus Interface

Importance of keeping the databus interface clean and protected.

Battery

Information about the magazine's internal battery and power source.

Battery Replacement

Step-by-step guide for replacing the magazine's battery.

Attaching and Removing the Magazine

Procedures for attaching and removing the film magazine from the camera.

Settings

Accessing and adjusting film magazine settings like ISO and frame count.

Film Speed Setting / Barcode

How to set film speed manually or automatically using barcodes.

Film Length/Number of Frames

Setting film length (120/220) and number of frames based on film type.

Frame Counter Setting

Configuring the frame counter to show remaining or exposed frames.

Data Imprint Setting

How to activate or deactivate data imprinting on the magazine.

Low-Battery Symbol

Understanding the low-battery indicator on the magazine LCD.

Film Loading

Detailed steps for loading film into the magazine, away from light.

Film Wind On and Off

How to wind film on or off manually using the button.

Unloading a Film

Procedures for safely unloading exposed film from the magazine.

Accessories

Optional Accessories

Details on specific optional accessories like viewfinders, shades, and adapters.

Optional HC Lens Accessories

Details on optional accessories specifically for HC lenses.

Connectivity Diagram

HC Lens Range

Multi Shot

Appendix

Technical Specifications

Default Settings (Default Profile)

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