Hasselblad H2F User Manual
User Manual
H2F
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C O N T E N T S
Introdu ct i on 3
Parts & Components 6
1 Function Control & Display 8
Grip LCD 10
Viewfinder LCD 12
2 Camera Body 17
Carrying strap 18
Battery holder 18
Fitting batteries 18
Battery life 18
Viewfinder screen 19
Accessory connection 19
PC-connector 19
Protective base plate 19
3 Viewfinder 20
Parts & Components 21
Attaching and
Removing the viewfinder 21
Eyepiece adjustment 21
Eye cup 21
4 Lenses 22
Parts & Components 23
Attaching a lens 23
Removing a lens 23
Lens cap 23
Filters 23
Lens shades 23
Shutter and aperture control 23
Depth-of-field calculation 24
Depth-of-field / visual preview 24
Infrared focus settings 24
Focus aid 24
CF adapter 25
Specific-lens information 25
5 Film Magazines 26
Parts & Components 27
LCD panel 27
LCD illumination button 27
Change up button 27
Change down button 27
Function selector 27
Film plane index 28
Darkslide indicator 28
Darkslide key 28
Film tab holder 28
Film holder key 28
Magazine settings lock 28
Databus interface 28
Magazine operation 28
Battery 29
Battery replacement 29
Attaching and removing the magazine 29
Magazine settings 30
Film speed setting 30
Film speed setting / Barcode 30
Film length/number of frames 30
Data imprint setting 31
Frame counter setting 31
Low-battery symbol 31
Film loading 32
Film wind off 32
6 Digital Photography 33
7 Lig ht Meteri ng &
Exposure Control 36
Metering method 37
Exposure method 38
Manual exposure mode 38
Automatic exposure mode 39
AE-L button 40
Exposure compensation 41
7 General Functions 42
Power−ON 43
Power−Standby 43
Power−OFF 43
Manual focus 43
Manual focus mode 44
Autofocus override in manual mode 44
Autofocus 44
Single Shot 44
Continuous 45
Autofocus mode 45
Drive 46
Single 46
Continuous 46
Multi exposure 46
Profiles 47
Making a profile 47
Changing a profile name 48
9 Advanced Features 49
General overview of camera menu 50
Self Timer 51
Bracketing 53
Interval 55
Settings 56
Custom Options 56
Image Info / Imprint type 61
Text 62
Date & Time 64
System status 65
Digital 66
Customizable button function list 67
10 Flash 68
Flash measure 71
11 Optional Accessories 72
12 Appendix 75
Glossary 76
Technical specifications 80
Equipment care and service 84
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Welcome to Hasselblad!
Hasselblad had its beginnings during the last fty years of the last millennium. Within twenty
years it was present as mankind took the rst small step on the moon. Now, Hasselblad has
made its own giant leap forwards into the future by developing the H system. It is a new foundation on which to build, ensuring the utmost in image-quality, handling and versatility resulting from the most reliable and ecient solutions to meet photographers’ expectations.
The specications and capabilities of the H system exceed the demands of most photographers. This allows the system to expand and develop. It’s one of the reasons that so many professional photographers around the world are discovering, or re-discovering, the creative and
professional possibilities provided by the Hasselblad system.
The H syste m is the result o f the most intensive technical develo pment programm e ever undertaken by Hasselblad, the most prestigious medium-format camera manufacturer in the world.
It reects an unprecedented wealth of knowledge and experience tightly interwoven with the
latest technological developments that combined to produce an unrivalled world-class creative tool for the discerning photographer.
The H2F oers the best choice in a medium format platform where maximum choice of capture method or make is rst on the list. Regarding features, what was once considered optional is now integral. The potential of this outstanding professional equipment straight out of the
box is tremendous.
But there is no trade-o in quality for the sake of the latest technology. The three pillars of the
Hasselblad reputation remain: Reliability, Versatility, Interchangeability. Stainless steel and
aluminium for no-nonsense professional use and durability. Silicon chip control for basic practical support as well as sophisticated facilities to span all demands. A system to trust and build
on, that will develop and grow in pace with tomorrow’s discoveries.
The list of features is long, varied and comprehensive. For example: automatic focus with instant manual override, dot-matrix LCDs, rapid button and control wheel user interface, integral grip, integral ll-ash, multi-mode exposure metering, TTL ash control, automatic lm
speed setting with bar code, instant 120/220 interchangeability, integral dark slide, automatic
lm advance and lm wind o, custom imprinting on frame edge including exposure data,
name, symbols, etc., immediate cable-free compatibility with digital backs, presentation of
digital information such as histograms and grey balance on the LCD, extremely accurate electro nic le af shutte r, ash sync at all sh utter speeds to 1/800s, eyeli ne vie wnd er wit h 100% v iew,
dot matrix viewnder LCD, lithium or rechargeable battery options, shutter speeds from 18
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hours to 1/800s, user customization of functions. And that’s not all! Bracketing, interval timer,
rapid access user button, ash measure, independent LCD illumination on magazines, integral
diopter adjustment in viewnder, zone system capability, time-lapse photography, customized
proles and so on.
In digital photography, the advantages of larger format cameras become particularly obvious.
The 6 x 4.5 cm window allows the Hasselblad H2F to use the largest image sensors currently
available in digital photography – more than twice the size of a 35mm camera sensor. The sensor therefore holds more and larger pixels, which secure a high-end image quality in terms of
moiré free color rendering without gradation break-ups in even the nest lit surfaces.
When using a digital back you have the advantage of features such as Hasselblad Natural Color
Solution, DNG workow, Instant Approval Architecture, “Instant” user interface, three modes of
operation and storage as well as FlexColor or Phocus software for professional level workow.
Furthermore, apart from the practical aspects, the H2F also exudes a feeling of superb design
and ergonomics that makes the camera a pleasure to own as well as use. For handling and convenience of use it is second to none.
So Hasselblad, the most distinguished pioneer in medium-format photography, yet again takes
the vanguard position. We are condent that you are going to incorporate this camera inseparably into your photographic life. We are also condent that you are going to produce images
you are proud of. Some of these will remain as a documentation of the history of our world,
perhaps even beyond. That’s how it is with Hasselblad.
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The primary goal of all camera development is of course the seamless and unobtrusive production of superb images, regardless of situation. The H2F has abilities and features that you may
not think you need, yet. Each individual has their own way of working. But the H2F has tremendous scope for ne-tuning your technique possibly beyond your present ambitions .
The Quick Start Guide should have you up and running in minutes. The H2F will function equally
well as an automatic point-and-shoot or as a total-control, ultra-professional instrument.
The user manual is intended to be the standard reference manual. In it you will nd full user descriptions, LCD charts, specications, etc. For the sake of simplicity, a lm magazine and standard lens are normally shown in most illustrations.
Take your time to learn the intricacies and potentials of the H2F. Go at your own pace and explore the possibilities when you feel ready for the next step. Results will be good from the word
go, that’s guaranteed, but when you want to make improvements or work more eciently perhaps, the H2F can provide support.
The supreme Hasselblad potential is there, it’s up to you to exploit it!
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Finally, please check occasionally on the Hasselblad website — www.hasselblad.com — for any updates regarding user instructions, changes, news, or other information concerning the H system. If you have no Internet
access, please contact your Hasselblad dealer or distributor for the latest information.
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What’s in the box
Your new Hasselblad camera may have been supplied in kit
form or as separate items. There are a number of possible
combinations depending on factors such as offers, bundles
etc. Please ensure that all the items noted on the accompanying packing information have been supplied and are correct.
Contact your Hasselblad dealer or distributor immediately if
anything is missing or seems faulty in any way, quoting the serial numbers and purchase details where appropriate.
Familiarise yourself with the various parts and components.
Leave protective covers on as much as possible and avoid
touching glass surfaces and inserting fingers into the camera body. The H2F has a robust construction and is capable
of withstanding fairly rough treatment but nevertheless is a
precision instrument and will serve you longer if treated with
respect from the beginning.
Please keep purchase details and the warranty in a safe place.
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1. Flash unit hot-shoe
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2. Rubber eyecup
3. Exposure mode and metering
method selector button
4. Exposure compensation button
5. Eyepiece adjustment dial
6. Magazine LCD
7. Magazine LCD illumination button
8. Magazine control buttons
9. Magazine settings lock
10. AE-L button
11. Film wind-off button
12. User button
13. Rear control wheel
14. Grip LCD
15. Support strap lug
16. Camera control buttons
17. Magazine databus
18. Front control wheel
19. Shutter release button
20. Battery holder button
21. Release cord socket
22. Stop down button
23. Battery holder retaining lever
24. Mirror up button
25. Battery holder
26. Flash unit
27. Viewfinder screen
28. Focus assist light
29. Mirror
30. Distance and depth-of-field scales
31. Focusing ring
32. Lens shade bayonet
33. Filter screw thread
34. Databus connection
35. Viewfinder release button
36. Flash unit catch
37. Viewfinder attachment hook
38. Viewfinder databus connection
39. Magazine release button
40. Flash PC socket
41. Camera strap lug
42. Lens release button
43. Magazine support
44. Databus connection
45. Quick coupling tripod plate
46. Film tab holder
47. Magazine darkslide key
48. Film holder key
49. Magazine support groove
50. Databus connection
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Familiarize yourself with the H2F
Take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with the H2F and its various controls. Note the dierence
between a long press, a short press and a ’click’ with some buttons. For example from the main screen
a click of the ON.OFF button will take you to Proles while a longer press will turn the camera o.
With your right hand holding the ergonomic grip for security and control, your thumb and ngers
have immediate access to all the controls without letting go. The H2F sits comfortably in the palm of
your left hand for support but leaves your ngers free for eventual manual focus adjustments.
Note the changes on the LCD as you press the various buttons and rotate the control wheels. Notice
too the changes in the viewfinder LCD as you do the same. You cannot damage the camera by
pressing the wrong buttons or controls or using them in the wrong order. The worst that can happen is that you might get ‘lost’ in the menu or you might activate a certain action that takes time to
complete. In this case simply click on the escape button (ON-OFF - PROFILES / ESC) to return to the
‘main’ screen again.
Attempt a half-press with the shutter release button with the camera set at autofocus too see how
the lens focuses and the light metering reacts. Notice that the lens barrel does not revolve in autofocus but you can immediately change the focus manually and immediately revert to autofocus
again by using a half-press again.
Note the readily accessible customizable buttons that provide direct access to most functions (investigate how you can exploit this excellent function to the full in a later section).
Note the safety features integral in the magazine so you cannot remove a magazine without the
darkslide in place or (unless set otherwise) make an exposure with the darkslide in place.
Feel for the stop down button positioned between the lens and the grip.
Press the AF button and then turn the front control wheel to change from AF single to AF continuous to Manual to try out the dierences in how the camera behaves in these dierent modes, for
example.
Press the EXP button on the viewnder and then turn the rear control wheel to change the metering
method to see the changes in sensitivity of the exposure meter.
Quite simply, just explore the camera for a little while to feel at home with the general handling and
the idea of control buttons and wheels and LCD information, etc. The sooner you become accustomed to moving the controls instinctively the sooner you will be able to eortlessly use the nesses
on oer.
The remainder of this manual will slowly take you through, stage for stage, each feature and setting
so that you can master this marvellous piece of photographic equipment and exploit it to the full.
Finally, remember to check occasionally with your camera dealer or on the Hasselblad website to
see whether a rmware update is available. The functions and options described in this manual
refer to the rmware version the camera was shipped with. The ability to update camera rmware is
an advantage you should not forget to make full use of to maximize the capabilities of your H2F!
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Function Control
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& Display
LCD display on camera
LED display on viewfinder
Upgradeable firmware
Rapidly accessible menu
Interactive display
Customizable functions
All functions and settings on the H2F camera body
are accessed and altered by the control buttons and
wheels on and around the grip aided visually by the
LCD user-interface.
The information on the grip LCD is in menu format
and has a great deal in common with those found
in modern computers, cell phones, etc. It is pixel
based and therefore has a greater capacity to produce user-friendly symbols for rapid and secure
interpretation.
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Below is an overview of the primary functions of the control wheels and buttons. Some controls have dual or triple functions according to the state of the menu or setting. A full description can be found further on in this manual.
Shutter release button
Activates camera and releases
shutter.
FLASH / (CONTROL LOCK) button
Lock settings to avoid inadvertent
change. Also accesses ash
settings.
AF button
Accesses focus modes.
DRIVE button
Accesses the various drive (lm
frame advance) modes.
Front control wheel
Accesses and changes various
settings.
MENU button
Accesses menu.
Illumination button
Illuminates grip LCD.
ON.OFF (PROFILES/ESC) button
Turns the camera on and o.
Accesses Proles and acts as escape
button for other functions.
Rear control wheel
Accesses and changes various
settings.
M.UP button
Raises and lowers mirror. Can be
reassigned to another function.
Remote release cord port
For attaching a remote release cord
(electrical).
STOP DOWN button
Stops down aperture to current
setting. Can be reassigned to another function.
AE-L button
Locks light reading made in both
automatic and manual exposure
modes. Can be reassigned to another function.
Film wind-off button
Winds o lm before lm is
nished.
USER button
User assignable-function button.
Eyesight correction adjustment wheel
Personal eyesight adjustment
fa cility.
EV correc tion adjustment button
Produces EV compensation.
EXP button
Accesses exposure mode and metering method.
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Grip LCD
Typical camera grip display. (The information in brackets describes this particular example).
Flash condition indication
(No exposure compensation,
normal ash synchronisation)
Aperture setting
(f/5.6)
Exposure Value display
(EV 9.3)
Exposure mode indication
(Aperture priority setting)
Focus setting
(Autofocus setting, single
shot mode)
Metering method indication
(Average)
Typical camera grip display when changing settings.
Drive condition
(Single setting)
Shutter speed setting
(1/ 20 s)
Film speed rating
(160 ISO/ASA)
Low battery symbol
Film magazine information
(10 frames)
Command indication
The upper row on the screens describes commands (which
change according to the setting). The button immediately above
each command eects the change. So in this case, for example,
you would press the FLASH button to ‘exit’ from the screen. See
note below.
Settings symbols
Symbolize the options available when settings are changed. The
active symbol is depicted by a drop shadow.
Control wheel description and direction
Arrowheads symbolize which control wheel should be used to
change the setting they are beside. In this case, the Bracketing
option is chosen by the front control wheel and the number of
exposures in that option is chosen by the rear control wheel.
. . .
= front control wheel
= rear control wheel
Setting information
The lower row on the screen displays information about the current state of the setting. In short, the upper row displays what you
can do, and the lower row displays the current state of settings or
what you have done.
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The basic principle behind making changes is that the appropriate button is
rst pressed to access the menu and then settings altered by way of the control
wheels. The appropriate control wheel is designated by arrowheads alongside
the setting description.
Some buttons have a toggle function, the ON.OFF button has a quick
‘click’ action as well as a longer (half-second) ‘press’ action and the
shutter release has two positions: ‘half-press’ and ‘full-press’.
Several buttons on the grip are multifunctional, according to the state
of the menu. In the example illustrated here, the FLASH button functions
as the EXIT button, the AF button functions as the ON button and the
DRIVE button functions as the SAVE button.
At very low temperatures the LCDs require a few seconds to display new
settings.
Examples
The following is a list of the various terms describing the various
actions that appear in the menu (on the grip LCD):
Enter : moves screen down one level on the menu.
Exit : moves screen back up one level on the menu. Does not save any
settings.
O : deactivates the particular function being set.
On : activates the particular function being set.
Sel. : (Select) - selects the character marked for image info and prole
name
ESC : (Escape) - terminates an action and returns to the main screen.
Does not save any settings.
Save : saves a setting and also moves screen back up one level on the
menu. Can save many changes made in a setting sequence.
Remember the following groupings of ‘saved’ and ‘not-saved’ actions when making settings changes:
SAVED NOT SAVED
‘Quick save’ - half-press shutter release button
Save - press save button (DRIVE button)
Escape - press ESC button (PROFILES /ESC button)
Exit - press exit button (FLASH button)
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Viewnder LCD
Typical viewnder display. Note the LEDs will only be visible when activated (by the camera or a setting).
(The information in brackets describes this particular example).
Exposure method indication
(‘aperture priority’ mode)
Flash LED
Warning triangle
LED
Exposure compensation setting
(+0.7 EV)
Aperture setting
(f/5.6)
Exposure compensation
setting reminder symbol
Shutter speed setting
(1/30 second)
Metering method setting
(Centre weighted)
Focus Aid LED
‘Exposure counter’
Some examples of various viewnder LCD screens visible with standard settings and when specic control buttons are pressed.
Standard settings
FLASH
AF
DRIVE
+/-
EXP
Normal screen Normal screen in AE lock state Normal screen with exposure
compensation set
Flash mode
AF mode
Drive mode
Menu mode
Exposure compensation mode
Exposure method and metering method
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Menu charts – general
Throughout this manual you will nd charts to explain the steps
and procedures required to alter the various set tings. These
charts are laid out to graphically illustrate in a simple manner
how to navigate through the menus. While they include all the
information that would be presented on the LCD relevant to that
section, they cannot illustrate all the possible combinations of
the various symbols seen on a screen at one time as that would
be impractical and too confusing. If you are at all familiar with
cell phone menus, for example, then the design of the layout and
working practice will not be unfamiliar
You should find that, in practice, working your way through a
menu on the camera is a good deal simpler and more obvious
than the written explanation implies!
In the descriptions, various terms are used regarding menu navigation. Menus have ‘trees’, for example, which describes their imaginary graphical layout where you could trace a navigational
path along its ‘branches’. Each new section, or stopping o point
on the branches, seen on the LCD is called a ‘screen’. Therefore a
screen is the graphical display on the LCD of where you are on the
menu and represents the current state of settings.
The H2F features the advantage of multiple customization of
settings. This means that your personal choice of settings, and
thereby appearance of various combinations of symbols on the
LCD at any time, will not necessarily be the same as many of the
screens illustrated in this manual.
To simplify the descriptions, reference is often made to a ‘main’
or standard screen. Apart from default settings, there is no actual standard setting in the normal sense and therefore you create your own ‘standard’, which of course can be changed at any
time.
The ‘main’ screen is therefore the one you have currently created
and is the one visible on the LCD when photographing (except
where a particular mode is in actual operation, such as self-timer,
for example).
Symbols used in the charts
Use front control wheel
(direction depends on user setting)
Use rear control wheel
(direction depends on user setting)
Press button or turn wheel
MENU button on the grip
Choose ENTER
(by pressing DRIVE button on grip)
Choose ON
(by pressing AF button on grip)
Choose Save
(by pressing DRIVE button on grip)
e new setting will be saved and chosen action can be carried out. Setting
will be retained until changed.
Functions in loop on menu
A loop means that the available functions on that particular branch of the
menu can be successively accessed in
either direction of the control wheels
without a break in ow. at is, you
could turn the wheel clockwise or
anti-clockwise to arrive at the desired
function.
Main direction of path
through menu
e main path traces step-by-step the
path that has to be taken through the
various branches of the menu tree as
they appear on the LCD to reach the
relevant functions.
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Shutter release button A
A
B C D E
is button has half-press and full-press positions. By pressing half-way (or soly) the
camera, auto focus function and exposure meter can be activated. By pressing all the way
down (or more rmly) the shutter will be released (or the chosen exposure procedure will
begin, as relevant. For example, the self timer is activated with this button)
FLASH / (CONTROL LOCK) button / (EXIT) B
is is a triple function button. If you press the button for one second, the beeper will
sound (if set) and a key symbol will appear on the grip LCD signifying that the controls
(except the shutter release) have been locked and therefore cannot be altered unintentionally in use. Press the button for one second again to unlock (this function can be altered
to lock all controls or control wheels only in ‘Custom options’).
Quickly clicking the button will access the ash settings information on the LCD from
the main screen. See separate section for full details.
is button also acts as the EXIT button for many other settings.
AF button / (ON) / (SEL.) C
is is a triple function button. Press this button to go directly to the autofocus/manual
focus choice screen from the main screen. See separate section for full details. It also acts
as the ON and SEL. (= select) buttons for many other settings.
DRIVE button / (SAV E) / (ENTER) D
is is a triple function button. It will access the drive settings screen on the LCD from
the working screen. See separate section for full details.
It also acts as the SAVE and ENTER buttons for many other settings.
Front control wheel E
e front and rear control wheels are turned to make changes in exposure settings in the
main screen as well as to access the various loop sections of the menu for settings. e
eect of the wheels’ direction is programmable.
MENU button F
Accesses the rst level of the menu for settings changes.
F
Illumination button G
Press to illuminate the LCD. Remains active until camera enters standby mode.
G
ON.OFF (PROFILES/ESC) button H
Press the button for a half second to activate the camera. e H2F start-up logo will ap-
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pear and then the main screen. Aer a few seconds (customizable) the camera will enter
Standby mode. A press of the button will turn the camera o completely whereas a quick
‘click’ on the button will access the Proles section of the menu from the main screen.
Note the dierence in results between a long press and a quick click of the this button.
Rear control wheel I
e front and rear control wheels are turned to make changes in exposure settings on
the main screen as well as to access the various loop sections of the menu for settings.
I
Acts as quick access exposure compensation control. e eect of the wheels’ direction
is programmable.
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On the rear of the grip, as well as the rear control wheel, there are a further three
control buttons:
AE-L button J
is button can lock a light reading made in both automatic and manual exposure modes.
It can also be used in Zone mode to take a new reading.
J
K
Can be reassigned in Custom Settings to another function.
See section on the AE-L button (chapter 8, Light Metering and Exposure Control) for
full details.
Film wind-o button K
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N
O
Pressing this button will automatically wind-o the remaining unexposed lm rapidly
without having to go through the normal lm advance / expose cycles to reach the end
of the lm. e button has been purposely designed to avoid inadvertent pressing, so use
the tip of a ball-point pen or similar to activate it. e grip LCD will display a message
which you must conrm before this procedure is carried out.
USER button L
is button is purely user programmable to rapidly access a chosen function or screen.
For example, you might use bracketing a great deal and so by one press of this button
you could access the bracketing function without having to navigate through the menu.
e AE-L, Mirror -UP and Stop Down buttons are also user-programmable but are by default
assigned the functions according to their names
The reassignable capability of these buttons is particularly useful and can save you a great
deal of time and effort depending on how you work. You are advised to investigate their
potential fully. See under ‘Custom settings’ for full details.
On the front of the grip there are two more control buttons plus the remote cord
release port:
M.UP button M
Press this button to raise the mirror and press again to lower it (toggle function). A quick
double press of the button (two within a half second) will immediately access the ‘Self
timer’ function.
Can be reassigned in Custom Settings to another function.
Remote release cord port N
For attaching a remote release cord (electrical). e Hasselblad accessory jack plug socket
is protected by a captive rubber plug.
STOP DOWN button O
Press this button to make a visual check of the depth-of-eld on the viewnder screen at
the chosen aperture. e aperture will close according to the setting and remain closed
as long as the pressure is maintained. You can alter the aperture at the same time to see
the changes taking place.
Can be reassigned in Custom Settings to another function.
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There are also two control buttons on the viewfinder, as well as the eyesight correction adjustment wheel:
Eyesight correction adjustment wheel P
e personal eyesight adjustment facility has a diopter range of -4 – +2.5, to suit most
users.
EV correction adjustment button Q
Press this button to access the EV compensation screen. Settings are made with either
the front or rear cont rol wheels . An EV correction symbol appears on the g rip and v iewnder LCD as conrmation.
EXP button R
e EXP (Exposure) button accesses the exposure mode and metering method options
screen. Settings are made with the front and rear control wheels and the appropriate
symbols appear on the grip and viewnder LCD accordingly.
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Camera Body
Aluminium cast in one piece
Stainless steel shell
Integral Quick coupling plate
Upgradeable software
Modular design
Integral ergonomic grip
Pixel based LCD user interface
The H2F camera body is a robust construction of cast aluminium
with a stainless steel shell for extreme durability. The workings of
the camera are controlled by silicon technology that provides tremendous opportunities for sophisticated operation. For example,
mirror return is slowed down at the last moment by controlling the
motor. Usage status of the camera body is automatically recorded
for service intervals and so on.
The integral ergonomic grip houses the main control interface
and also contains the battery holder. An auxiliary shutter in the
rear opening of the camera body protects the sensor unit from exposure during the various camera procedures. The camera body
also contains the viewfinder screen, which can be easily removed
or exchanged without the use of special tools or adjustment
procedures.
Please take extra care when handling the camera body without a
protective cover or lm magazine to protect the auxiliary shutter.
Likewise, the front opening of the camera body reveals the mirror
when unprotected by a cover or lens. Do not touch or attempt to
clean the mirror yourself—marks or dust particles will not affect
results in any case. More noticeable problems, however, should be
taken care of by a Hasselblad Authorized Service Center.
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Carrying strap 1, 2
e carrying strap is attached by rstly withdrawing the safety
collar. e hook is then freed and attached to the strap lug (g. 1).
Slide back the safety collar (g. 2) to ensure the hook remains in
the locked position between the small protruding lugs. e collar
is purposely a tight t and might need some eort to slide.
Removing and attaching the battery holder 3
e H2F requires batteries for all actions. ere is no mechanical
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A
C
B
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reserve facility so it advisable to always have a spare set of batteries.
As is normal, you might want to keep a reserve set of batteries in
a warm place when working in very cold conditions.
Remove the battery holder by depressing the the battery holder button (A) and simultaneously swinging the battery holder retaining
lever (B) down until it stops. Pull battery holder downwards (C).
To attach ensure the battery holder is at against the camera grip
and, aligning the two upper lugs with the slot in the grip, slide it
back into position as far as it will go. Swing back the battery holder
retaining lever until it clicks back into place.
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Fitting the batteries 4, 5, 6
With the battery holder removed, press the red battery cassette
retaining button inwards on the holder to release the battery cassette . Load three CR-123 lithium (or equivalent) into the cassette,
ensuring the polarity of each battery is correctly oriented (see the ‘+’
markings on the batteries and the cassette). Re-insert the cassette
into the battery holder, ensuring that it is seated properly in place
and that the red button returns fully into the locked position.
Battery life 7, 8
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Battery life is dependent on a number of variable factors and
therefore cannot be exactly predicted.If the camera is le in the
active state instead of standby for long periods, for example, then
battery life will be reduced. A low-battery state is indicated as a
symbol on the grip LCD.
When the batteries are almost completely exhausted, a warning
message ‘Replace battery’ will appear on the grip LCD (g. 8). e
camera will not function at all when this message appears and
battery change is essential.
When the ‘replace-battery’ icon appears, the camera automatically
enters a temporary power-saving mode. This is recognizable by a
slower pace for all the actions in an exposure sequence. The camera
actions also sound differently .
This mode is designed so that you can continue working for a while,
even though the batteries are too low for working in the normal
manner. Naturally, you should change the battery pack as soon as
possible to restore normal action again.
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Viewnder screen 14, 15, 16
e H2F is tted with a Spherical Acute-Matte D viewnder screen
for extreme brightness, clarity and even illumination. An optional
accessory screen with a grid pattern is also available.
To change a viewnder screen, remove the viewnder to access
the viewnder screen. To remove the screen, place the tip of a
ballpoint pen or similar in the viewnder screen removal lug and
pull upwards. To replace the screen, position the right side of the
screen in place so that it sits correctly in the recess. Place the tip
of a ballpoint pen or similar in the viewnder screen replacement
indentation and press downwards until the screen snaps into
position. Try to avoid touching either surface of the screen with
bare ngers.
Do not attempt to clean the screen by immersing it in water, or
use any kind of cleaning fluid. If the screen becomes damp, do not
use hot air to dry it. Use a soft cloth on the upper surface only. Seek
advice from an Authorized Hasselblad Service Center if the screen
becomes particularly soiled. Remember that particles or greasy
marks on the screen might impair the viewfinder image but have
no effect whatsoever on the recorded image.
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Accessory connection 16, 17
On the le hand side of the camera body are two accessory retaining screw threads (M5), as well as a databus connector, protected
beneath a cover. e connection has a dual-function, for service
purposes and accessories such as the Global Image Locator.
e cover can be removed by inserting a pointed object, such as
a pen, in the small hole and then sliding it to the le, as in the illustration. e retaining clip can then also be removed to access
the connector.
PC-connector
A PC connector for non TTL-ash synchronisation is located on
the le side of the body. It is protected by a captive rubber plug.
Protective base plate 18, 19
To attach the protective base plate, slip it over the camera foot
until it stops. To remove it, li the securing catch while pushing
the plate back as in the illustration.
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Viewfinder
Multi-mode light metering
Full exposure information
100% image
90° viewing angle for eye-line composition
Full image for spectacle wearers
Integral dioptre adjustment
Integral flash unit
The 90° viewnder provides a laterally corrected 100% image at eye-line level. It features
a wide-range diopter adjustment to suit most users. The viewing distance is designed to
provide full frame view even for eyeglass wearers. The bright Spherical Acute-Matte D
focusing screens (located in the camera body) are interchangeable to suit preference,
each of them naturally indicating the spot light metering area for accuracy in exposure
estimation. The information display located beneath the viewing frame is continually
updated and visible and is back lit for optimum visibility. This LCD also duplicates much
information visible on the grip LCD for immediate checking. In addition to the LCD, there
are four LEDs providing general warnings, ash and focus information.
The viewnder also features a pop-up ll-ash unit for added convenience.
The viewnder requires no batteries as it is supplied with power from the camera body
and can be easily and quickly removed. Please see section on ‘Flash’ for full details.
See the ‘Camera Body ‘ section for details about the viewnder screen.
The exposure compensation button and exposure mode button are described in the ‘
Function Control ‘ section.
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A B C D E F
Parts & Components
G H
A. Rubber eye cup
B. Hot shoe
C. Eyesight adjustment wheel
D. Exposure compensation button
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Attaching and removing the viewnder
While holding the viewnder at a slight angle and resting it on the top of the camera,
slide the viewnder forward until the front locating pin is in position in the recess in the
front edge of the viewnder screen aperture on camera body. Press the rear part of the
viewnder rmly downwards until it clicks into place.
Ensure that both sides of the viewnder are seated correctly and that it has been rmly
attached. Failure to do so could cause an intermittent malfunction if the databus interface
connections between the viewnder and camera body are not positively secured.
To remove, grasp the viewnder in the right hand and while depressing the viewnder
release button, li the rear of the viewnder up and away from the camera body.
E. Exposure method / mode button
F. Integral ash unit
G. Flash unit button
H. Viewnder release button
Eyepiece adjustment
No corrective lenses are needed to adjust the eyepiece to suit most requirements. e
diopter range is from -4 D to +2.5 D. Eyeglass wearers can rapidly and accurately change
the settings according to whether they wish to wear eyeglasses for viewing or not.
Personal eyepiece adjustments can be carried out by pointing the camera at the sky or
similar smoothly toned area. While holding the camera in your le hand, you can with
your right thumb turn the adjustment wheel until the markings on the viewnder screen
reach the optimum sharpness for your eyesight.
If you normally wear eyeglasses for distance viewing and intend to wear them for camera
use then do not remove them for the above procedure. If, on the other hand, you prefer
to remove your eyeglasses for camera work, then repeat the above procedure without
wearing your eyeglasses.
Rubber eye cup
Two rubber eye cups are available for the H2F. e one supplied is suitable for users who
do not intend to use eyeglasses when photographing. e second shorter eye cup is for
those who either prefer to position their eye further from the viewnder and those who
wish to wear eyeglasses.
e eye cups can be rapidly changed by a Hasselblad Authorized Service Center.
Integral ash unit
See section on ‘Flash’ for full details.
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Lenses
Rapid and accurate automatic focusing capability
Central electronic shutter
Instant manual focus override with natural friction
Instant automatic-focus return capability
Non-rotation of filter or accessory when focusing
Non-rotation of lens barrel in automatic focusing mode
Shutter speeds 18 hours to 1/800 sec with film
Reversed lens shade serves as protection
Automatic detection of extension rings and converters
All HC lenses have been specially formulated for the H system
to produce the extremely high performance expected from
Hasselblad to meet the demands from conventional and digital
photography alike. In addition to extreme sharpness, the design
also incorporates a soft, pleasant looking boké (the visual quality
of the out-of-focus areas of the image). All lenses feature an electronically controlled central shutter designed to extremely fine
tolerances for supreme accuracy that also provides ash synchronization up to 1/800s. Speeds are from 18 hours to 1/800 sec. All
lenses have a very rapid automatic focus capability with instant
manual override. To ensure reliable and fast autofocus in low contrast and low light conditions, a focusing-assist light (on the grip)
is automatically activated. Aperture and shutter control is set via
the control wheels on the camera grip.
As a general rule, lens shades should always be tted to achieve
optimum performance. Protective lters (UV / Sky) should also be
considered at least when working outdoors in harsh conditions.
(See Accessories section for information about the CF Adapter that
allows the use of C type lenses from the Hasselblad V-system).
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Parts and components 1
A
B
C
D
E
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A. Lens shade index
B. Manual focus ring
C. Focusing distance scales
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D. Depth-of-eld scales
E. Lens index
Attaching a lens 2, 3
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 tting) until it clicks into place.
Removing a lens
Depress the lens release button and keep it depressed while rotating the lens counter-clockwise until it stops and li it out. Replace
protective caps on the lens immediately and on the camera body
if necessary.
If you try to rotate the lens before you press the lens release button,
it might lock. In this case, rotate the lens clockwise a little rst
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and then re-attempt removal with the correct procedure: button
rst, then lens.
Front lens cap 4
Front lens caps are released for removal and attachment by inserting a thumb and index nger into the recesses and pinching in the
direction of the arrows.
Filters
Filters have a screw thread tting (67 / 77 / 95 mm, according to
lens) and are screwed clockwise into place. As there is no rotation
of the front section of the lens when focus is changed, lters do not
rotate either. is is particularly useful when using polarizing or
graduated lters where the orientation is normally critical.
Lens shades 5, 6
All lenses are supplied with lens shades that additionally provide extra protection for transport and storage when mounted
in reverse. Lens shades have a bayonet tting and are turned
clockwise into place aer ensuring the index on the lens shade
aligns with the index on the front of the lens. When mounted in
reverse, they are attached by matching the indexes and turning
counter-clockwise.
Shutter and aperture control
Both the shutter and aperture are electronically controlled and are
adjusted by the control wheels on the grip. ere are no separate
manual setting rings on the lenses or camera body.
e chosen settings are displayed both on the grip LCD and in
the viewnder LCD. See the ‘Exposure Control’ chapter for a
complete explanation.
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Depth-of-eld calculation 7
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ere are two distance scales (in feet and metres) visible through
the focus distance window on the upper part of the lens barrel.
ere is also a central lens index mark and a depth-of-eld scale.
e focusing distance is read o the chosen scale from the central
lens index.
Depth-of-eld 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.
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4. From these two markings, read o on the required lens distance scale the two corresponding distances.
5. The depth-of-eld (at that particular aperture and focus setting) will be the area included between these two distances.
In the example given here, the focusing distance is set at nearly 3
metres. At an aperture of f/22, the depth-of-eld would therefore
extend from just over 2 m to approx. 4.5 m.
Stop down /depth-of-eld 8
A visual depth-of-eld preview can be made by depressing the STOP
DOWN button while viewing the image on the viewnder screen.
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Infrared focus settings 9
As infrared rays form an image at a dierent plane to that formed
by visible light, the normal focus settings do not apply. Proceed as
follows in manual focus mode:
1. Focus the lens in the conventional manner until satised.
2. Note the distance setting against the central lens index.
3. Re-align this distance setting against the infrared mark
(coloured red) instead of the central lens index.
Alternatively if you have already calculated the required distance,
you can make a manual distance setting by using the distance
scales together with the infrared mark instead of the central lens
Lens focus setting too far
beyond the distance of the
subject framed by the central
section in the viewnder
index.
Focus aid
As well as the conventional view on the focusing screen to ensure
a sharp image, the H2F also features LED focus aid appearing as
two arrowheads to the right of the viewnder display (except for
lenses with a maximum aperture of f/6.7 or smaller). e arrow-
Focus setting too close for
the distance of the subject
framed by the central section
in the viewnder
heads provide conrmation of a precision focus setting and are a
useful aid when making a setting with eyesight alone.
Manual focus setting
When the le arrowhead alone appears it means the focus setting
is too far beyond the chosen distance (the area framed within the
central zone in the viewnder) and when the right arrowhead
alone appears it means the focus setting is too close. Focus is correct when both arrowheads appear together. If the focus cannot
be established, then both arrowheads ash.
Focus setting correct
Automatic focus setting
Focus is correct when both arrowheads are visible together. Focus
is incorrect if only one arrowhead is visible. If the focus cannot be
established, then both arrowheads ash.
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HC 3.5 / 300
A
CF Adapter
e CF adapter is an optional accessory that allows virtually all
C type lenses from the V-system to be used on H-system camera
bodies. is automatically expands the potential lens range for H
cameras by more than a dozen dierent focal lengths. e automatic focusing system in the H camera can be used as a guide for
manual focus setting. Light is measured at full aperture with all
lenses which produces aperture and shutter speed information
display in the camera for manual setting. With CFE lenses, however, a preset aperture is automatically transferred to the camera.
Shutter cocking is manual with all lenses and is swily carried out
by an easily accessible lever.
Specic-lens information
B
HC 3.5 / 300 1
When using a tripod with a 300mm you should use the (removable) tripod mounting bracket to provide optimum balance. is
is attached via a sleeve so that the camera body can be rotated
for landscape/portrait formats without altering the tripod head
position. e rotation is secured by a locking screw (A). Correct
90° orientation can be ensured by aligning white index markers
(B) for both landscape and portrait orientations.
Landscape orientation Portrait orientation
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HC 4 / 120 (Macro)
Full scan = 0.39 m – ∞
Inf. scan = 0.9 m – ∞
Near scan = 0.39 m – 1m
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HC 4 / 120 (Macro) 2
In addition to the metres/feet scale, the 120 mm lens also displays
magnication ratio scale (A). In the illustration, the scale shows a
focusing distance of 1.27 feet / 0.39 metres which in turn produces
a 1:1 (lifesize) magnication.
With the 120mm lens mounted on the camera, addition screens
will appear on the grip LCD when autofocus is chosen to signify a
focus limit setting. ree are available – Full scan, Innity scan and
Near scan – accessed by the rear control wheel. is time-saving
function is a form of presetting that restricts the scanning range of
the lens to prevent it searching across the whole focus scale. Simply
make a rough assesment of the approximate focusing distance and
then choose the most suitable of the three ranges. e lens will
then be able to nd the critical focus much faster.
HC 3.5 – 4.5 / 50 – 110 Zoom lens
Please read the advice that is included with this lens before use
regarding how it should be placed or stored.
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Film Magazines
Automatic 120/220 compatibility
Automatic wind on / wind off
Automatic film advance
LCD information panel
Integral dark slide
Customizable data imprinting
Illuminated LCD
Barcode recognition
Count-up or count-down film frame reminder choice
The lm magazine is a sophisticated semi-independent unit
within the modular system. It has its own power supply for individual information storage, LCD panel, illumination, etc.
Much information is transmitted and received between the
magazine and the camera body, so ensure the databus connection is kept clean and not damaged in any way. It is advisable to t the magazine protective cover when storing a lm
magazine to protect both the databus connection and the
darkslide.
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