USER MANUAL v1 1
INTRODUCTION 2
Medium format photography is about professionalism. Camera systems have to be professional, handling has to be professional and captures have to be professional in quality. Hasselblad knows it and delivers it; professionals know that too. The Hasselblad H series of cameras consists of building new developments on the shoulders of the previous generations of cameras. In this way all the previous work-experience based and branch-demanding features are automatically included.
CONTENTS Introduction 3 Film length/number of frames 25 Image Info 60 System requirements 5 Data imprint set ting 26 Image info tex t set ting 61 Warnings & restric tions 5 Frame counter set ting 26 Date & Time 61 Low-bat ter y symbol 26 System status 62 Film loading 27 Drive 63 Film wind on and of f 27 Unloading a f ilm 27 General over view – controls and displays 6 Par ts, components, but tons 6 Grip but tons & controls 7 Camera body but tons & controls 8 View f ind
COMPUTER SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS Image-storage and editing requires a certain minimum standard regarding computer capabilities. Large images require a reasonably high-performance computer with plenty of memory, advanced graphics capabilities and a recent operating system. In most cases, the computer should include a FireWire connector, which will enable you to load images directly from the camera.
PARTS, COMPONENTS, BUTTONS AND CONTROLS – OVERVIEW Focus Assist illuminator Mirror Up button Remote release port Stop Down button Battery grip True Focus button Card format button AE-L button button Camera strap lug Grip lever release button Battery grip locking lever Retaining bar Shutter release button Front scroll wheel Grip buttons: Flash, AF, ISO/WB (with H5D sensor units only), MENU, Battery check, Profiles Camera strap lug Rear scroll wheel PC connector port Sensor unit release button Accessory p
GRIP BUTTONS AND CONTROLS - DESCRIPTION Note that some of the buttons are modal and so have multiple functions according to the setting being made. 1 1 Shutter release button 2 This button has half-press and full-press positions. By pressing half-way (or softly) the camera, auto focus function and exposure meter can be activated. By pressing all the way down (or more firmly) the shutter will be released (or the chosen exposure procedure for example, the self timer is activated with this button).
CAMERA BODY BUTTONS AND CONTROLS - DESCRIPTION Note that some of the buttons can be re-assigned to another function. There are three control buttons on the rear of the grip. 1 1 True Focus button At default setting, activates True Focus (see separate section for description) but also acts as a Zoom-in button when browsing or Selector button when making a setting change on the sensor unit, according to mode. Can be reassigned in Custom Options to another function.
VIEWFINDER – (NOT INCLUDED) 1 2 6 4 5 3 Hot shoe 1 5 Connection for automatic flash unit (with SCA 3902 adapter) or for wireless flash connection. Can be exchanged for another model. Eyesight adjustment wheel 3 4 The personal eyesight adjustment facility has a diopter range of -5 to +3.5, to suit most users. 6 Exposure compensation button 7 Press this button to access the EV compensation screen. Settings are made with either the front or rear scroll wheels.
GRIP DISPLAY – OVERVIEW TYPICAL GRIP DISPLAY Flash condition indication (No exposure compensation, normal flash synchronisation) Focus setting White balance (Manual setting) (Daylight) Shutter speed setting Aperture setting (1/125s) (f/8) ISO setting Exposure Value display (200 ISO) (EV 13.
VIEWFINDER DISPLAY – OVERVIEW Typical viewfinder display. Note the LEDs will only be visible when activated (by the camera or a setting). Exposure method indication (‘aperture priority’ mode) Aperture setting (f/5.6) Exposure compensation setting reminder symbol Metering method setting (Centre weighted) Focus Assist LED Flash LED Warning triangle LED Exposure compensation setting (+0.
REASSIGNABLE GRIP BUTTONS - FUNCTION OPTIONS These four grip buttons by default are assigned according to name but can be reassigned (in Custom Options #4, #5, #6 and #7 or by using the Camera Configuration tool in Phocus) to various other functions listed here. 3 1 2 · True Focus · Temporarily activates True Focus function. · AE-lock Temporarily locks a light reading in auto or manual modes. Also used in Zone metering. · Mirror up Locks mirror up for vibration reduced captures.
SHORTCUTS Some buttons access shortcuts if used in different ways or contexts. 1 2 8 3 4 9 10 11 5 6 15 12 13 14 16 7 1 Shutter release button – Camera activation 8 Re-activates camera from Display Off mode. 2 Re-activates camera from Display Off mode. Shutter release button – Quick save 9 Front scroll wheel – Menu navigator / Browser 10 Functions as a horizontal navigator on sensor unit menu as well as a capture browser in Browse mode.
GENERAL Photo: Ken Hermann © / Hasselblad Masters 14
CARRYING STRAP The carrying strap is attached by firstly withdrawing the safety collar. The hook is then freed and can be attached to the strap lug. Slide back the safety collar to ensure the hook remains in the locked position between the small protruding lugs. The collar is purposely a tight fit to avoid unintentionally slipping back and therefore might need some effort to slide.
CHARGING THE BATTERY With the battery removed from the camera, insert the jack plug from the battery charger into the socket on the battery grip. Insert the battery charger into a standard (100–240V~ /50–60 Hz) domestic socket. Note It can take about 6 hours to charge the battery completely the first time.
Note When the low-battery message in the viewfinder appears, the camera automatically enters a temporary p ower-saving mode. This is recognizable by a slower pace for all the actions in a capture sequence. The camera actions also sound differently. This mode is designed so that you can continue working for a while, even though the power remaining in the battery is too low for working in the normal manner. Normal action automatically returns with a refreshed battery.
VIEWFINDER SCREEN The H5X is fitted with a Spherical Acute-Matte D viewfinder screen for extreme brightness, clarity and even illumination. An optional accessory screen with a grid pattern is also available. the viewfinder screen replacement indentation and press downwards until the screen snaps into position. Try to avoid touching either surface of the screen with bare fingers. To change a viewfinder screen, remove the viewfinder to access the viewfinder screen.
REMOVING AND ATTACHING A VIEWFINDER (OPTIONAL ACCESSORY) To remove, grasp the viewfinder in the right hand and while depressing the viewfinder release button, lift the rear of the viewfinder up and away from the camera body. To attach, hold the viewfinder at a slight angle and rest it on the top of the camera. Slide the viewfinder forward until the front locating pin is in position in the recess in the front edge of the viewfinder screen aperture on camera body.
HM 16-32 FILM MAGAZINE (OPTIONAL ACCESSORY) Photo: Denis Rouvre © / Hasselblad Masters 20
HM 16-32 FILM MAGAZINE (OPTIONAL ACCESSORY) The Hasselblad HM 16-32 film magazine is a sophisticated semi-independent unit within the H system. It has its own power supply for individual information storage, LCD panel, illumination, etc.
CHANGE UP /CHANGE DOWN BUTTON Can alter the settings ‘upwards’. For example, to increase the film speed setting. Toggle action. Can alter the settings ‘downwards’. For example, to decrease the film speed setting. Toggle action. FUNCTION SELECTOR Selects the four functions that can be changed on the magazine. The functions are on a menu loop so that repeated pressing of the selector button will successively access all functions in turn.
FILM TAB HOLDER Holds an ID tab from the film roll pack as a reminder of the type of film loaded. Remember to change it if you change film type! FILM HOLDER KEY Secures the film holder in the magazine. Fold out the key and turn counter-clockwise 90° to remove the film holder and turn clockwise 90˚ to lock the film holder in place. MAGAZINE SETTINGS LOCK All settings can be locked to avoid inadvertent changes.
ATTACHING AND REMOVING THE MAGAZINE You cannot remove a magazine from the camera body if the magazine darkslide is not in place, (when the magazine darkslide indicator on the magazine shows white). Neither can you withdraw the magazine darkslide when the magazine is not attached to the camera. Both these restrictions therefore prevent accidental film loss caused by fogging.
FILM SPEED SETTING / BARCODE The film speed (ISO / ASA) can be set automatically or manually. Automatic setting uses a Barcode (only some films have this feature, notably Fujifilm). This is the default setting. Film settings (ISO / film length) are automatic only if the magazine is set at Barcode automatic. That is, a barcoded film cannot override a manual film speed setting but a manual setting can override the film speed of a barcoded film.
DATA IMPRINT SETTING Data imprinting can be activated or deactivated through the magazine menu. To access data setting: 1) Ensure the magazine settings lock is in the unlocked position. 2) Press the button until the Data symbol appears. 3) Press either the or the button to reach On or Off. 4) The new setting will be saved automatically after a time out of five seconds. 5) Return the magazine settings lock to the locked position. Manual film speed setting. Data imprinting setting.
FILM LOADING 11 The film magazine can be loaded either on or off the camera. Regularly check the interior of the magazine and remove dust, particles or any scraps of paper from previous rolls of film. Load and unload film magazines away from direct light sources. 2B 1A 1) Fold out the film holder key and turn it counter-clockwise 90° A. Withdraw the film holder completely B.
DIGITAL Photo: Frank Meyl © / Hasselblad Masters 28
FORMATTING CARDS New cards sometimes have no formatting, or you might want to convert a card that is currently using a format that the sensor unit cannot read. In either case, you should reformat a CF card in the sensor unit for H5X use. FORMAT BUTTON – for use with H5D sensor units only Press the Format button on the camera grip. It is purposely recessed to avoid unintentional use, so use a ball-point pen or similar. A prompt is displayed on the sensor unit for confirmation.
PHOCUS Phocus is the capture processing and file management application aimed primarily at Hasselblad 3F file handling. Phocus Mobile offers remote viewing and control when shooting tethered while Phocus Quick offers a very rapid and simplified file processing capability. Phocus allows the extraction of the most detailed files from the world’s most advanced cameras to your desktop in a professional and efficient manner.
LENSES & FOCUS MODES Photo: Joachim Schmeisser © / Hasselblad Masters 31
ATTACHING A LENS REMOVING A LENS Remove the front protective cover on the camera body by depressing the lens release button and keeping it depressed while turning the cover counter-clockwise. Remove the rear lens cap by unscrewing it in a counter-clockwise direction. Align the index on the lens with the index on the camera body and rotate the lens clockwise (bayonet fitting) until it clicks into place.
STOP DOWN / DEPTH-OF-FIELD PREVIEW A visual depth-of-field preview can be made by depressing the STOP DOWN button while viewing the image in the viewfinder. Depth-of-field can be calculated as follows: 1. Focus the lens as required. 2. Make an exposure reading (auto or manual) and note the aperture setting. 3. Find the markings on either side of the central index that correspond to the chosen aperture. 4.
Note Note Some lenses have extra characteristics that require further explanation. For example, the autofocus range on the HC 4/120 Macro lens can be limited by a specific setting on the camera allowing for near range, far range or full range. This only a ppears on the grip display together with that particular lens. HCD lenses were formulated for use with the smaller size sensors in the H-series, resulting in a reduced coverage for the larger sensors used in 60 Mpix models.
MANUAL FOCUS There is both a Manual focus mode setting and a manual override capability. Manual focus is a specific setting that you actively make, whereas manual override is always available as a temporary override of an autofocus setting. AF Front scroll wheel SAVE In Manual focus mode, focusing is carried out by rotating the focusing ring in the conventional manner. The focus setting remains until changed as with a conventional non-autofocus lens.
SINGLE SHOT At Single Shot setting (AF S), the shutter release will be blocked until the camera finds the optimum focus setting. This ensures that no captures can be made that are not finely focused. However, this delay will normally be only a fraction of a second in good lighting conditions with a clear focusing pattern. Note though that in this mode the lens will focus at a distance and will remain focused at that distance while pressure remains on the shutter release button.
TRUE FOCUS AND ABSOLUTE POSITION LOCK The obvious situation that would most benefit from using True Focus would be a fashion shoot with a fairly wide angle lens at a large aperture setting and where the central area of the image is clothing while retaining focus on the model's face.
TRUE FOCUS AND CAMERA HANDLING To obtain the maximum benefit from True Focus you should try to work within the requirements of the system. This might need a little practice but it will improve the accuracy of the measurements and thereby provide better results. ✘ Firstly, try to remain as still as possible when making the first True Focus measurement and wait for the audio signal or ready light to show green again before continuing. This will not only speed up the process but also increase accuracy.
FOUR TRUE FOCUS METHODS ACTIVATED BY SHUTTER RELEASE BUTTON – TRUE FOCUS RETAINED MENU > SETTINGS > CUSTOM OPTIONS > # 31 In this mode the autofocus function is effectively converted into the True Focus function. That is, focus is set by half-pressing the shutter release button. Remember, though, that the True Focus function is retained until turned off in Custom Options. 1. Press MENU button on grip and select Settings or press MENU twice. 2.
FOUR TRUE FOCUS METHODS – CONT ACTIVATED BY TRUE FOCUS BUTTON – AUTOFOCUS DEACTIVATED In this mode the True Focus function is activated by pressing the True Focus button. Normal autofocus is de-activated, therefore, pressing the shutter release button will not reset the focus. Useful when many shots are required with the same focus setting. 1. Press AF button. Select True Focus with the Front scroll wheel. Save. 2. Aim camera at important area in subject and press True Focus button. 3.
EXPOSURE CONTROL Photo: Joe Felzman © / Hasselblad Masters 41
ISO & WHITE BALANCE – presets and manual MAN. Front scroll wheel ISO/WB & SAVE 1. Press ISO/WB. 2. Turn the FRONT scroll wheel to select ISO setting. 3. Turn the REAR scroll wheel to select WB (Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Flash, Fluorescent and Tungsten). 4. To make a Manual White Balance setting (not a White balance test exposure), press the Man. (AF) button and then turn the REAR scroll wheel to choose a color temperature in figures (degrees Kelvin): 2000 – 10000 K 5. Press SAVE.
EXPOSURE SETTING MODES Exposure can be controlled either manually or by using one of four automatic modes. These have the following designations on the grip display: In manual mode, aperture is set by the front scroll wheel and the shutter speed by the rear scroll wheel unless set otherwise in Custom Options #26. M – Manual In the automatic modes, the aperture and shutter speed settings are controlled by the camera, either partially or completely according to setting.
AUTOMATIC EXPOSURE – A, S, P, PV Automatic exposure provides a choice of two ways of controlling shutter speed and aperture settings semi-automatically and two ways fully automatically: Programmed variable: Pv - This mode is very similar to Programmed, except with the additional parameters of lens focal length being automatically taken into account. For example, long shutter speeds will automatically be avoided with a long focal length lens.
above procedure and then turning the rear scroll wheel until you see the new desired zone value in the viewfinder display. You will also see the new exposure that will now produce that new zone. For example, you might have measured a rock at zone 5 but wish to make it darker. By moving the rear scroll wheel you could r e-classify it as zone 4. You will then be able to see, for example, whether white clouds are now falling within the exposure range by their new zone classification.
FIXED EXPOSURE COMPENSATION SETTING Front scroll wheel 1) Press the ‘±’ button on the viewfinder. 2) Turn either the Front scroll wheel or Rear scroll wheel on the grip to increase or decrease the amount of compensation in 1/3 EV steps. 3) The amount is displayed in the viewfinder as both an EV figure complete with a ‘minus’ or ‘plus’ prefix (A in illustration), and as a marker above a ‘minus’ to ‘plus’ scale (B in illustration). 4) Press Clr (AF button) to reset any compensation back to zero.
MENU Photo: Tom D.
OVERVIEW OF NAVIGATING MENU AND SETTINGS Navigating the menu and accessing the settings on the grip is achieved by pressing the buttons surrounding the display and turning the scroll wheels. Note that some of the buttons are modal and so have several functions which is indicated by the designation that appears closest to that particular button when navigating. For example, the ISO/WB button also acts as a SAVE button.
GENERAL OVERVIEW OF MENU Text setting Self timer options Bracketing options Interval options Custom Options Settings options System status Drive These arrows signify the FRONT scroll wheel is used to select these options. These arrows signify the REAR scroll wheel is used to make settings changes. Note At very low temperatures the displays might require a few seconds to present new settings.
SETTINGS Apart from the more regularly used ISO/WB, AF, Flash buttons and features accessible on the grip there are a number of other features available. These provide the integral finesses that make the H5X a powerful and sophisticated tool to satisfy a variety of professional demands. There are five functions: Self timer, Bracketing, Interval, Settings and Drive. Regular use can be simplified by using the shortcuts and button reassignment to access the menus.
SELF TIMER SETTING – continued ON Front scroll wheel 1) Press MENU on grip. ENTER or SAVE 2) Turn Front scroll wheel until Self Timer appears. MENU 3) Press ENTER. 4) Turn Front scroll wheel to access the options, that are: Rear scroll wheel Delay Mirror sequence Mirror Up / Mirror Goes Down (A drop shadow will be displayed beneath the selected symbol, for example ) 5) When Delay is highlighted – – turn the Rear scroll wheel to choose a delay range from 2 - 60s in 1s intervals.
BRACKETING options available 2 frames or 3 frames or 5 frames options available options available 1/3 EV or 1/2 EV or 1 EV or 2 EV or 3 EV The bracketing function provides an automatic series of captures; one at the standard exposure setting (Manual or Auto) and the others with pre-determined deviations in EV from the standard exposure. This is particularly useful for images containing a very wide tonal range, for example.
7) In turn the Rear scroll wheel to choose the amount of EV variation required: 3, 2, 1, 1/2, 1/3 EV. 8) Press SAVE. Step highlighted. 1/3 EV variation chosen as option. Sequence highlighted. ‘Standard, over, under’ chosen as option. 9) Press ENTER again from the Bracketing screen to activate the function. Press On. Note that this now reads Off and the line of text at the bottom of the screen reads ‘Bracketing on’.
INTERVAL options available 2 frames – 255 frames options available 2 seconds − 1 hour lance, n ature study, etc. The exposure and focus settings (Manual or Auto) will be according to the camera settings at the time of capture. By using the interval setting, you can allow the camera to take a series of captures automatically over a set period. This is often r equired for time and motion studies, security surveil- INTERVAL SETTING ON 1) Press MENU on grip.
SETTINGS > CUSTOM OPTIONS options available CUSTOM OPTIONS From the Settings screen you can access four main sub-settings: Custom options, Image info, Date & Time and System status by turning the front scroll wheel. From each of these sub-settings you can access further items for setting changes. Look at the main menu chart to get an idea of where all the options are on the menu tree. CUSTOM OPTIONS Front scroll wheel 1) Press MENU on grip. 2) Turn the Front scroll wheel until Settings appears.
CUSTOM OPTIONS Stop down function The following is a description of all the Custom Options accessible through the grip display. They are accessed by Menu > Settings > Custom Options. The words and figures in red signify the default setting for that option.
Magazine exposure lock 10 Spot mode 14 • Yes • No • Normal • Zone Allows you to release the lens and auxiliary shutter in camera body without a sensor unitattached. Determines how the camera behaves when set to Spot Mode. Normal makes the camera behave in the same fashion as when set to Average or Centre Weighted. Yes blocks the lens shutter and auxiliary shutter in camera body if the sensor unitis not attached. Generates message on grip display if attempted.
Rear wheel quick adjust 17 Interval & Self Timer 21 • Yes • No • Exit • Stay Allows rear scroll wheel to make a rapid EV adjustment (or EV compensation) in auto-exposure mode. Allows either the Interval or Self Timer mode to remain active after a capture or immediately return to standard setting. Yes turns the setting on. By turning the rear scroll wheel, the adjustment is made and appears on both displays as a ± s ymbol between the shutter speed and aperture values.
Always return mirror Aperture control in Manual26 32 • Front wheel • Rear wheel • No • Yes Selects which scroll wheel changes the aperture setting when in Manual exposure mode. Automatically lowers mirror again for viewing at the end of every mirror-up sequence. Front wheel selects the front scroll wheel to change the aperture setting. AE lock at half press Rear wheel selects the rear scroll wheel to change the aperture setting.
SETTINGS > IMAGE INFO In Image info you can compose your own combination of letters, words, symbols, etc to be included in the metadata. The same procedure is also used to change a Profile name. IMAGE INFO SETTING AF 1) Press MENU. Front scroll wheel ENTER or SAVE 2) Turn the Front scroll wheel until Settings appears. 3) Press ENTER. MENU 4) Turn the Front scroll wheel to access 4.2 Image info. 5) Press ENTER to access the list of characters and figures available.
IMAGE INFO SETTING Here is an example of how to change existing text (in this case the word ‘Text’ to a copyright symbol plus a photographer’s name -’Jens Karlsson’). See previous section 4.2 Image info for procedure description. 1) Start by accessing the Image info screen. On the text row towards the bottom of the screen, the text line cursor is automatically placed to the right of the character that is to be changed.
SETTINGS > SYSTEM STATUS Check component usage and general servicing information as follows: SYSTEM STATUS DISCLOSURE Front scroll wheel 1) Press MENU on grip. ENTER or SAVE 2) Turn the Front scroll wheel until Settings appears. MENU 3) Press ENTER. 4) Turn the Front scroll wheel to access System Status. 5) Press ENTER.
DRIVE In Continuous mode, the camera automatically makes captures and makes ready for the next capture in a continuous manner as long as you maintain pressure on the shutter release. Please note the speed is dependent on the time taken to save the capture a ccording to equipment. There are two drive modes: Single and Continuous. In Single mode, a capture is made when the shutter release button is pressed and the camera is made ready for the next capture.
PROFILES Photo: Vicente Ansola © / Hasselblad Masters 64
PROFILES Full auto: normal flash sync, autofocus (single), single drive, programmed exposure, centre weighted metering, -None The profiles feature allows rapid access to pre-determined combinations of settings that increase the speed and security of workflow. One example might be in a social situation where there might be a need for formal outdoor portraiture followed by informal indoor handheld flash-assisted wideangle shots, both situations requiring very different settings in a stressful environment.
USING PROFILES 1) From the main screen, click PROFILES on the grip and the profile screen will appear. AF ENTER or SAVE 2) Use the scroll bar to go through the list and highlight the desired profile. 3) Press Load (AF button). The camera is now set according to all the parameters stored according to the name. PROFILES CHANGING A PROFILE NAME You can change a profile name (except ‘Default’) at any time. 1) From the main screen, click PROFILES (ON.
FLASH / STROBE Photo: Olivier Valsecchi © / Hasselblad Masters 67
FLASH / STROBE The H5X can be used together with most flash units in manual mode. However, to make use of a TTL automatic function, you must ensure the flash unit is compatible with the SCA 3002 system. Connection is either by the PC socket or by the hot shoe (see warning note below). Flash output can be adjusted separately from ambient exposure for optimum control.
ACCESS TO CONTROLS FLASH 1. Activate the camera and press the FLASH button once. 2. Turn the Front scroll wheel to set the amount of compensation required: • from +3EV through -3EV • press Clr to clear the setting quickly if required. 3. Turn the rear scroll wheel to set: • normal sync (flash triggered just after the shutter opens) • rear sync (flash triggered just before the shutter closes) • flash measure (with non-TTL flash units or TTL backs in Manual mode) 4.
SEPARATE FLASH UNIT CONNECTION Separate flash units can be electrically connected either by way of the hot shoe accessory holder (see previous warnings) on the top of the viewfinder or via a cord to the PC connection port on the left hand side of the camera body. Slave unit switches/ transmitters can also be connected similarly dependant on unit (see specific user manuals for details). Keep the plastic safety cover in place in the hot shoe when not in use.
ACCESSORIES Photo: Milosz Wozaczynski © / Hasselblad Masters 71
CONNECTIVITY DIAGRAM Connectivity diagram Optional viewfinders Tilt/Shift HV 90x / HVD 90x viewfinders Accessories HTS 1.5.
HC LENS RANGE HCD 4.8/24mm HCD 4/28mm HC 3.5/35mm HC 3.5/50-IImm HC 2.8/80mm HC 2.2/100mm HC Macro 4/120-IImm HC 3.2/150mm HC 4/210mm HC 4.5/300mm HC 3.5–4.5/50–110mm HCD 4.0–5.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Flash adapter SCA 3902 HVM waist level viewfinder (3053393) (3053328) For connecting flashes compatible with the SCA 3002 system to the Hasselblad H5X. The HVM waist level viewfinder allows a comfortable lower viewing angle e ither for effect or where eye contact with the subject is desirable in portrait photography, for example. Autofocus function of all lenses fully retained. Optimized for horizontal format shooting and not suitable for vertical format use.
Release cord H Angle finder H (3043370) (S100A12359A00) Remote release cord with a cable length of 0.5 m. Angle finder for the HV 90x and the HVD 90x viewfinders. Enables vertical viewing angle regardless of camera position. Requires a minor modification to the viewfinder eyepiece. HVM correction lens holder (3053348) Lens holder for custom made eyesight correction (lenses available from opticians). To be used for optimal viewing comfort and accuracy.
APPENDIX Photo: Jon Lowenstein © / Hasselblad Masters 76
H5X TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Camera Type Auto-focus, auto-exposure digital SLR camera with interchangeable viewfinders and lenses. Construction One piece stainless steel shell. Die-cast aluminium internal structure. Tripod sockets (1/4 and 3/8”) and quick coupling tripod plate for rapid mounting. Lenses Hasselblad HC/HCD lenses with built-in electronically controlled shutter and aperture. Automatic or manual focusing with instant manual focus override.
DEFAULT SETTINGS (DEFAULT PROFILE) A (Aperture priority) Exp.mode GENERAL Centre weighted LM mode 0 Exp. adjust AF-S Focus mode S Drive mode Normal (beginning of exp.
TRUE EXPOSURE Light level at image plane T fully open Maximum aperture Stopped down one stop with True Exposure mode ON Stopped down one stop with True Exposure mode OFF Time T stopped down = T fully open (using True Exposure) T stopped down > T fully open (without True Exposure) True Exposure is an HC/HCD lens function that allows the shutter speed to remain un-affected when stopping down.
PROBLEMS, EQUIPMENT CARE & SERVICE Loss: Hasselblad equipment is much sought after and you should take bvious steps to prevent theft. Never leave it visible in an unattended o car, for example. Separate and specific camera insurance cover should be considered by professional users. The H5X is a very sophisticated camera that relies on much information being passed and processed to and from each modular back to produce the correct behavior.
INDEX F A Accessories Accessor y connec tion AE-L but ton Appendix At taching /removing sensor unit At taching /removing the view f inder At taching/removing a lens Autofocus Automatic exposure mode 71 19 45 76 18 19 32 35 44 B Bat ter y charger Bat ter y grip − precautions Bat ter y life Bat ter y status Bat ter y warning Bracketing But tons, par ts, components 15 29 36 9 55 D Date & Time Default set tings Depth-of-f ield preview Display Drive 61 78 33 9 36 E Equipment care Exp compensation/Quick Ad
The information in this manual is furnished for informational use only, is subject to change without notice, and should not be construed as a commitment by Victor Hasselblad AB. The images in this manual were not taken with a Hasselblad H5X. They are used for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to represent the image quality produced by a Hasselblad H5X. The text in this manual cannot be reprinted or reused without the express permission of Victor Hasselblad AB.
H5X • UM • ENG • v1 • 2014 • Copyright © 2014 Victor Hasselblad AB
