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Hasselblad XPAN II - User Manual

Hasselblad XPAN II
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Questions and Answers

  • B
    brendahendricksJul 30, 2025
    What to do if I cannot remove the lens from my Hasselblad Film Camera?
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      Terry CarrJul 30, 2025
      If you cannot remove the lens from your Hasselblad Film Camera, depress the lens release button while turning the lens.
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    mitchellmillsAug 6, 2025
    Why doesn't my Hasselblad XPAN II Film Camera react when I press the release button?
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      Miguel JohnsonAug 6, 2025
      If your Hasselblad Film Camera doesn't react when you press the release button, it might be because the mode selector is in the 'OFF' position. Set the mode selector to 'ON'. Alternatively, the batteries may be omitted or exhausted. Try inserting new batteries.
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    Michael CarpenterAug 14, 2025
    Why is my whole film under/overexposed with my Hasselblad Film Camera?
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      Albert GomezAug 14, 2025
      If the whole film is under or overexposed on your Hasselblad Film Camera, it could be due to a manual film speed (ISO) set incorrectly. Make sure to set the manual film speed (ISO) correctly. Another cause might be that the exposure compensation is not set at zero; in that case, set it to zero.
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    Shawn ReedAug 22, 2025
    What to do if new film has not wound on to first frame on Hasselblad XPAN II?
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      jacob13Aug 22, 2025
      If the new film hasn't wound onto the first frame in your Hasselblad Film Camera, it might be because the film tip was incorrectly positioned before closing the camera back. Ensure you correctly position the film tip before closing the camera back. It could also be because the ISO setting is set to DX position with a non-DX coded film cassette. Try using a DX coded film cassette.

Summary

Parts and Components

Getting Started

Initial steps for setting up and operating the camera, including strap and battery installation.

Getting Started

Lenses and Optics

Attaching and Removing Lenses

Step-by-step guide for mounting and dismounting Hasselblad bayonet-fitting lenses.

Viewfinder System

Format Selection

Standard and Panorama Formats

How to switch between standard 35mm and panoramic formats using the selector knob.

Film Handling

Film Speed (ISO) Setting

Instructions for setting film speed manually or via DX code for accurate exposure.

Film Loading Procedures

Detailed steps for loading 35mm film cassettes into the camera correctly.

Exposure Control

Exposure Counter and Modes

Overview of the exposure counter and automatic/manual exposure control.

Exposure Compensation

How to adjust exposure settings for specific lighting or subject conditions.

Technical Specifications

Troubleshooting

Common Problem Solutions

Solutions for common operational problems like camera unresponsiveness or film loading issues.

Equipment Care and Service

Hasselblad XPAN II Specifications

General IconGeneral
Film Format35mm
Exposure MeteringCenter-weighted average metering
FocusManual Focus
TypeRangefinder Film Camera
Image Format24 x 65 mm
Lenses45mm f/4, 90mm f/4
Shutter TypeFocal-plane shutter
Exposure ModesAperture Priority, Manual
ISO Range25 - 3200
ViewfinderOptical, with parallax correction
Flash Sync1/125 sec
Power2 x CR2 batteries

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