1Hasselblad H1DUSER MANUAL (V1)
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100101Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D Light metering and exposure control The light metering system is capable of selective sensitivity producing three
100101Hasselblad H1DManualCentre weightedHasselblad H1Dare not sure about choice, please check in a photographic textbook for a fuller explanation. Al
102103Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DMetering methodThere are three metering methods available. All three are reective methods (measuring the light ree
102103Hasselblad H1D12a2b 3Hasselblad H1DSelecting metering methodProceed as follows with the camera in active mode:1. Press the EXP button on the vi
104105Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DIn the automatic modes, the aperture and shutter speed settings are controlled by the camera, either partially or co
104105Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D• by gures above the scale representing the amount of adjustment in EVs. A ‘+ 0.3’ above the scale in the display,
106107Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DProgrammed variable: Pv - is mode is very similar to Programmed, except with the additional parameters of lens fo
106107Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1Da) lock an EV setting in manual and automatic modes.b) be used in Zone mode. a) When the button is pressed, the ligh
108109Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DZone 5 and click the AE-L button. e meter will now display dierent parts of the subject as zone values in the view
108109Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DExposure compensatione exposure compensation facility, for both manual and automatic modes can be set from -5 to +
1011Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D28.29.30.31.32.33.34.35.36.37.38.39.40.41.42.43.16. Stop down button17. Battery holder retaining lever18. Battery hold
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110111Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D 8 Manual and autofocus modes Three drive modes Quick adjust wheel User ProlesGeneral Functions
112113Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DPowere camera can be set at two active power modes ON or Standby as well as OFF. In active modes, battery consumpti
112113Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DStandby mode is automatically set from the ON mode aer 15 seconds (default) of inactive use (programmable in Custom
114115Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DWith Manual Override, you can manually alter a focus setting that has been made in the auto-focus mode, by rotating
114115Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1De instant manual override facility produces a convenient way of working. You can take advantage of autofocus while
116117Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DNote though that in this mode the lens will focus at a distance and will remain focused at that distance while press
116117Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DContinuousIn Continuous setting (AF C), the shutter can be released rapidly before the lens is focused in order to c
118119Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DDRIVE There are three drive modes: Single, Continuous and Multi exposure. They are all accessed by pressing the DRIV
118119Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DMulti exposure (only active together with lm magazines!) In multi exposure mode, the camera does not advance the
1213Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D44. Standard L-size battery45. FireWire socket46. External power supply socket47. Link connector48. Status indicator49
120121Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D PROFILESe proles feature allows rapid access to pre-determined combinations of settings that in-crease the speed
120121Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DFill ash: normal ash (-1.7EV), autofocus (single), single drive, autoexposure, average me-tering. Access them by
122123Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DChanging a prole name You can change a prole name (except ‘Standard’) at any time by clicking on the PROFILES butt
122123Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D Programmable self timer Programmable bracketing Programmable interval setting 21 custom options Data and
124125Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DThere are a number of more advanced features that while not necessarily used every day still remain immediately acce
124125Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1Dbe set to provide virtually vibration-free shutter release. It can be used instead of a remote release cable/cord/de
126127Hasselblad H1DSelf Timer���2 - 60 sMIRROR GOES DOWNMIRROR REMAINS UPDELAY / MIRROR UPMIRROR UP / DELAY Hasselblad
126127Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D7) When the Delay / Mirror Up, Mirror Up/ Delay sequence is highlighted - - turn the rear con-trol wheel to choo
128129Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D2 BracketingThe bracketing facility provides an automatic series of exposures; one at the standard ex-posure settin
128129Hasselblad H1DBracketing���2 frames3 frames5 frames1/3 EV 1/2 EV 1 EV Hasselblad H1D
1213Hasselblad H1D 1This section is mainly a quick start guide to assembling your new H1D. This process should take no more than a few minutes to comp
130131Hasselblad H1DABCHasselblad H1D(A drop shadow will be displayed beneath the selected symbol, for example )5) In turn the rear wheel to choos
130131Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D3 IntervalBy using the interval setting, you can allow the camera to take a series of exposures automati-cally over
132133Hasselblad H1DInterval��2 frames- 32 frames�1 second - 24 hoursHasselblad H1D
132133Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D 4 SETTINGSFrom the Settings screen you can access four main sub-settings: Custom options, Imprint, Date & Time
134135Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DSettings��InfoDate & time
134135Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DCustom optionsImprint
136137Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DSets which function will be immediately activated when the User button is pressed (you cannot alter the setting in t
136137Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1Dagain the new setting will be de-activated. ! See User button note Stop down button function 5• None
138139Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D Flash ready exposure lock 8 • Yes • No. Allows you to make an exposure before the ash is fully ch
138139Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D Spot mode 13 • Normal • ZoneDetermines how the camera behaves when
1415Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DTetheredUntetheredMACorPCFlexColor
140141Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D Rear wheel quick adjust 16• Yes • NoAllows rear control wheel to make a rapid EV adjustment (o
140141Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DYes enables the setting.No disables the setting. Interval & Self Timer 21• Exit • St
142143Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D 5 DIGITALISO and White Balance settings for digtial capture are changed as follows:1) Press the MENU button on th
142143Hasselblad H1DDigital���50, 100200, 400manual, ash, daylight, tungstenHasselblad H1D
144145Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D Button function choiceThe User button, AE-L button, StopDown button and Mirror Up button can be custom programm
144145Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1Dcamera is set to Manual focus mode. In this manner you take advantage of the accuracy and certainty of the autofocus
146147Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D 4.2 ImprintThe Imprint facility controls the text that will appear along the edge of each frame. It is pos-sible
146147Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D4.2.2 TextIn Text you can compose your own combination of letters, words, symbols, etc for lm edge information. The
148149Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D1) Turn the front and rear control wheels until the X symbol is highlighted. On the text row, the text cursor is au
148149Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D1) You can rstly clear an unwanted line of text by highlighting the X symbol in the box and repeatedly pressing th
1415Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DQuick start H1D assembly from newThe H1D can be used tethered to a computer or untethered, though in either case alway
150151Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D5) By turning the front control wheel you can move the cursor to mark the following for change: hours, minutes, y
150151Hasselblad H1D 10Hasselblad H1D Sync at all shutter speeds to 1/800s Integral ll-ash SCA 3002 compatible Flash measure capability Re
152153Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DThe H1D can be used together with most ash units. Connection is either by the PC socket or by the hot shoe if the u
152153Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1Dmust make the appropriate changes necessary for digtial and lm capture. is change is signied by a D symbol appear
154155Hasselblad H1DExample of viewnder LCD display showing Flash set to Rear sync as well as - 1EV exposure compensation.Hasselblad H1DTo change the
154155Hasselblad H1DGreen LED ash symbol to left of view-nder LCD display.Hasselblad H1DTo raise the ash unit into its operative position, slide th
156157Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1Dholder (if SCA3902 compatible) on the top of the viewnder or via a cord to the PC connection port on the le hand s
156157Hasselblad H1D 11 Film magazine Instant lm back Converter Extension tubes Rechargeable battery grip IR Release unit Release cordO
158159Hasselblad H1DThere are a number of optional accessories available for the H1D with more being developed to suit a variety of photographic situa
158159Hasselblad H1DH 13, 26 and 52 Extension tubes (3053513, 3053526 and 3053542)e Extension tubes attach between the lens an
1617Hasselblad H1DQuick Start Guide21 34 5 6 71221Hasselblad H1D
160161Hasselblad H1DSupport strap H1 (3053623)Improves comfort and security in hand-held photography.Focusing screen HS standa
160161Hasselblad H1DH system CF lens adapter (3043500)Adapter to allow the use of all C-type lenses from the Hasselblad V-system
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162163Hasselblad H1D 12 Glossary of Terms P and Pv explanatory charts Technical specications Equipment Care, Service & GuaranteeAppendixH
164165Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D Glossary of TermsFor the sake of clarity, here are short and simple explanations of sev-eral terms, items and featu
164165Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DDefault setting / factory settingA standard setting that a device is set to in the rst instance during manufacture
166167Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1Dnow appear as black and white respectively, as originally observed. However confusing this might at rst seem, it is
166167Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1Dexposed or unexposed, as indelible marks can sometimes be caused. Please note any special conditions or restrictions
168169Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1Dfunction. By pressing the same button again therefore, the setting will revert. is means you do not have to remembe
168169Hasselblad H1D True exposureHasselblad H1D
1617Hasselblad H1D8910111213141920Hasselblad H1D
170171Hasselblad H1D Automatic exposure — P ModeHasselblad H1D8Shutterspeed10005002501256030158421s2s4s8s16s32s64s2.02.84.05.6111622324564901.4Apertu
170171Hasselblad H1D Automatic exposure — Pv ModeA downloadable PDF version of these charts in colour is available from our website: www.hasselblad.
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172173Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DCamera TypeConstructionLensesViewndersFocusingData imprinting Film transportFilm formatAuto-focus, auto-exposure SL
174175Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DFilm choiceShutterFlash control Flash measurement Film back (op. accessory)Exposure meteringAuto bracketingInterval
174175Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DAccessory connection Customization User interface Power supplyExternal dimensionsWeightProvided with two M5 threads
176177Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DCCD size CCD resolution Bits per color Output sizeLight sensitivityMax. exposure timeCapture rateFeaturesWeightEnvir
176177Hasselblad H1DImage CapacityMac/PC ConnectionBatteryExternal Power SupplyPower Consumption Weight Technical Specications — Image Bank850 image
178179Hasselblad H1Dapprox. 155 mm6.1 insapprox. 207 mm (80 mm lens)8.2 insapprox. 135 mmHasselblad H1D
178179Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DAperture Shutter speed Light metering mode Exposure mode Exposure adjustment (Not printed if value = 0)Flash symbol
1819Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D15. Attach a fully-charged battery to the Image Bank by placing it in the central depression and then pushing it towa
180181Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DBODY DEFAULT SETTING (STANDARD PROFILE) Exp.mode A (Aperture priority) LM mode Centre weighted Exp. adj
180181Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D Problems, Equipment Care, Service & GuaranteeThe H1D is a very sophisticated camera that relies on much informa
182183Hasselblad H1DExtremes of temperature: High temperatures can have an adverse eect on both lm and equipment. Try to avoid frequent and severe t
182183Hasselblad H1D Warnings and Restrictions• Read all instructions before attempting to use your new equipment.•
184DisposalIf you need to dispose of the camera back, Image Bank and/or batter-ies, they must be delivered to the local waste plant. FCC NoticeThis eq
1819Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1Dand finally to turn the camera off:23. Press the ON/OFF button on the Image Bank for about two seconds. This is conr
23Hasselblad H1D C O N T E N T S Introduction 4 1. Quick Start Guide 132. Function Control & Display 213. Camera Body 694. V
2021Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DAttempt a half-press with the shutter release button with the camera set at autofocus too see how the lens focuses and
2021Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D LCD and LED displays on camera and viewnder Pixel based display Upgradeable software Rapidly accessible menu
2223Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DAll functions and settings on the H1D are accessed and altered by the readily accessible control buttons and wheels
2223Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DShutter release button Activates camera and releases shutterCONTROL LOCK / FLASH button Lock settings to avoid inadver
2425Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DM.UP button Raises and lowers mirror.Remote release cord port For attaching a remote release cord (electrical). STOP
2425Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DTypical camera grip display. (The information in brackets describes this particular example).Flash condition indicatio
2627Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DCommand indicationThe upper row on the screens describes commands (which change according to the setting). The button
2627Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DExposure method setting (‘aperture priority’ mode) Shutter speed setting (0.4 second)Aperture setting ( f/4.8)Metering
2829Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DExposure method and metering method ExpDRIVEAFFLASH +/- Some example
2829Hasselblad H1DMenu charts – generalThroughout this manual you will nd charts to explain the steps and procedures required to alter the vario
23Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DChange up button 87Change down button 88Function selector 88Film plane index 88Darkslide indicator 88
3031Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DThe following is a list of various terms describing various actions that appear in the menu:Enter : moves screen dow
3031Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DUse front control wheel (direction depends on user setting)Use rear control wheel (direction depends on user setting
3233Hasselblad H1DBracketingsettingsIntervalsettingsBracketingsettingsIntervalsettingsGeneral overview of camera menu StandardScreenBracketingsettings
3233Hasselblad H1DTextImprintTypeTextsettingsStandbytimeEVincrementUser buttonfunctionAE-LbuttonfunctionStop downbuttonfunctionFilmwind onAF Assistlig
3435Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D Grip controlsThere are ve buttons that surround the grip LCD combined with two control wheels to access various part
3435Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DAB C D EShutter release button
3637Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DFront control wheel
3637Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DJ KL On the rear of the grip, as well as the rear control wheel, there are also a further three control
3839Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1Don how you work. You are advised to investigate fully the potential of this button’s function. See under ‘Custom setti
3839Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DP Q R There are also two control buttons on the viewnder, as well as the eyesight correction adjust-ment whee
45Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DCongratulations! You have in your possession the result of the most intensive technical development pro-gramme ever unde
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4041Hasselblad H1D 22 million pixels Up to 850 images at full resolutionSensor unit & Image Bank 3Hasselblad H1D
4243Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DThe H1D can be used untethered or tethered. ‘Untethered’ means that the camera is con-nected only to its Image Bank wh
4243Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DFeaturesControl panel & display e 2 inch colour display provides instant image preview, all
4445Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DControl panel When using the H1D untethered some features are controlled from the control panel on t
4445Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DI Status Indicator: indicates that power is supplied to the camera back and the colour indicates the current status
4647Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D2. In the pop-up menu use Browse/Scroll button to highlight the Setup item, then press OK button to enter.3. Now scr
4647Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D6. Repeat the procedure to select Show Info (Setup Display Show Info). The information for the current image wil
4849Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D Now use the Browse/Scroll button to move the Zoom Box to the area in the image you want to zoom into, then press t
4849Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D3. The number to the right in the ‘Browse’ bar indicates the number of images captured onto the image bank in the sel
45Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1Dsteel and aluminium for no-nonsense professional use and durability. Silicon chip con-trol for basic practical support a
5051Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D2. Use Browse/Scroll button to highlight either Yes (to delete) or No (to cancel) then press OK button to conrm.3.
5051Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D7. Use Browse/Scroll button to highlight either Yes (to delete) or No (to cancel) then press OK button to conrm.Chan
5253Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DChanging settings on the sensor unite menu holds all the parameters for setting up the sensor unitTo enter the menu p
5253Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DInfo…Shows the serial numbers of your sensor unit and Image Bank.It also lists the total number of captures shot, the
5455Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DUse the Display -> Show Histogram and Show Info settings to display the histogram and info bar respectively for the
5455Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DIf you make the same changes in FlexColor while the sensor unit is not connected it will have no eect. Error messages
5657Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D The Image BankGenerale Image Bank controls the communication between the camera and a computer and sup-plies power t
5657Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DC. External Power Supply Socket: plug the cable from an external power supply into this socket. See ‘Technical Speci
5859Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DRemoving the battery! Before removing the battery make sure that the Image Bank’s hard disk is not busy - the status
5859Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DPlease note that the temperature has inuence on the results. At low temperatures the battery life decreases a lot. Fo
67Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DSo Hasselblad, the most distinguished pioneer in medium-format photography, yet again takes the vanguard position. We ar
6061Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D The Contents windowe Contents window displays the following:Get Info Displays a basic image le information window
6061Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DImage searchingUsing the Search eld enables you to lter the Contents window contents. Simply enter the text you want
6263Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DImage transfer optionsWhen transferring images from the Image Bank to the currently selected Thumbnails folder you hav
6263Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D5. Check the Renumber from checkbox if you want the shots to be renumbered while loaded - type the starting number in
6465Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DIn the studio1. Connect the H1D to the Image Bank with the link cable.2. Connect the Image Bank to the computer wi
6465Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DUntethered use (on location)1. Connect the H1D to the Image Bank with the link cable.2. Attach the battery to the
6667Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D! Protect your camera and Image Bank from impact.! Keep the original shipping boxes for storage.Cleaning the infr
6667Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D! Do not remove the IR lter as this will make it virtually impossible to get the lter perfectly clean. Therefore, w
6869Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1Dthe lter only once. Do not wipe the same area twice with the same tissue as you might reapply dirt removed in the rs
6869Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D Aluminium cast in one piece Stainless steel shell Integral Quick coupling plate Digitally controlled Upgrad
67Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DThe rest of the user manual is intended to be the standard bookshelf reference manual. In it you will nd full user desc
7071Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DThe HI camera body is a robust construction of cast aluminium with a stainless steel shell for extreme durabilit
7071Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DCarrying strape carrying strap is attached by rstly withdrawing the safety collar. e hook is then freed and attache
7273Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1Dthe locked position. Holding the battery holder at against the grip and aligning the two upper lugs with the slot in
7273Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D! Do not attempt to clean the screen by immersing it in water, or use any kind of cleaning uid. If the screen becomes
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7475Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D Multi-mode light metering Full exposure information 100% image 90° viewing angle for eye-line composition F
7677Hasselblad H1DA B C D E F G H Hasselblad H1DThe 90° viewnder provides a laterally corrected 100% image at eye-line
7677Hasselblad H1D12Hasselblad H1DParts & ComponentsA. Rubber eye cupB. Hot shoeC. Eyesight adjustment wheelD. Exposure compensation buttonE.
7879Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DEyepiece adjustmentNo corrective lenses are needed to adjust the eyepiece to suit most requirements. e diopter range
7879Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D Rapid and accurate automatic focusing capability Central electronic shutter Instant manual focus override with
89Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D What’s in the box Please ensure that all the items noted on the accompanying packing informa-tion have been supplied a
8081Hasselblad H1D1 LensesAll HC lenses have been specially formulated for the H system to produce the extremely high performance expected from Hassel
8081Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1Dby unscrewing it in a counter-clockwise direction. Align the index on the lens with the index on the camera body and r
8283Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1Dclockwise into place aer ensuring the index on the lens shade aligns with the index on the front of the lens. When mo
8283Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DIn the illustration given here, the focusing distance is set at nearly 3 metres. At an aperture of f/22, the depth-of-
8485Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DManual focus settingWhen the le arrowhead alone appears it means the focus setting is too far beyond the chosen dista
8485Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D Automatic 120/220 compatibility Automatic wind on / wind o Automatic lm advance LCD information panel Int
8687Hasselblad H1DA BCDEF G H I J KHasselblad H1DThe lm magazine is an optional accessory, highlig
8687Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DG. Darkslide indicator H. Darkslide keyI. Film tab holderJ. Film holder keyK. Magazine settings lockLCD panel
8889Hasselblad H1DF G HHasselblad H1DChange down button DCan alter the settings ‘downw
8889Hasselblad H1DI J KHasselblad H1DIf you attempt to make an exposure with the darkslide is closed, however, you will receive a
89Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DThe following is included with a brand new H1D:• H1D camera body complete with sensor unit• Viewnder HV90X• HC 2.8/8
9091Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1Dtected from damage. Keep the protective cover on when the magazine is being stored or transported. OperationBattery e
9091Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1Dinsert the battery incorrectly, the lm magazine will not be damaged though it will not func-tion. Try to avoid touchi
9293Hasselblad H1DA B CDEHasselblad H1D! Ensure you press on the centre of the button, not on the lever. ! You c
9293Hasselblad H1DFilm speed Film length Data Frame counter Hasselblad H1DFilms without a barcode must have their speed set manually. A manual setting
9495Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D4) The new setting will be saved automatically after timeout.5) Return the magazine settings lock to the locked pos
9495Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1DTo access frame counter setting:1) Ensure the magazine settings lock is in the unlocked position.2) Press the butto
9697Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D Film loadingThe lm magazine can be loaded either on or o the camera. Regularly check the interior of the
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9899Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1Dkey clockwise 90˚ to lock the lm holder in place and fold the key back into its stored position. You might nd that i
9899Hasselblad H1DHasselblad H1D Three metering methods Five exposure methods Extremely accurate light meteringLight Metering & Exposure Con
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