Key facts
- Brand
- Hasselblad
- Model
- 500C
- Category
- Other
- Industry
- Electronics
- Documents
- 2
- Languages
- EN
- Last added
- 2022-10-11
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Hasselblad 503cx / 500C/M User Manual
This manual covers the complete operation of the Hasselblad 503cx and 500C/M medium‑format cameras, including lens attachment, magazine handling, focusing hood use, and exposure control. Detailed procedures are illustrated for each function, with safety notes and troubleshooting advice.
Additional sections describe camera care, service recommendations, and the one‑year international guarantee provided when purchased from an authorized Hasselblad outlet.
Hasselblad 500C specifications
| Lens focal length and maximum aperture | 80 mm f/2.8 |
|---|---|
| Film counter behavior | automatically returns to “0” when spool holder is extracted |
| Rapid‑winding crank lock position | locked at frame “1” |
Source: Hasselblad 500C User Manual
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Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in these manuals
How do I open the focusing hood?
Move the catch to the right; the hood walls spring into position automatically.
How do I attach the lens?
Align the red index on the lens with the red index on the camera, insert the lens into the bayonet fitting and rotate clockwise until it clicks.
When can the front protective cover be removed?
The front protective cover may only be removed when the camera is fully wound (cocked). Turn the cover in the direction of the arrow to remove it.