User Manual H2F
C O N T E N T S Introduction 3 Par ts & Components 6 1 Function Control & Display 8 Grip LCD View f inder LCD 10 12 2 Camera Body 17 Carr ying strap Bat ter y holder Fit ting bat teries Bat ter y life View f inder screen Accessor y connec tion PC-connec tor Protec tive base plate 3 View finder Par ts & Components At taching and Removing the view f inder Eyepiece adjustment Eye cup 4 Lenses Par ts & Components At taching a lens Removing a lens Lens cap Filters L
Welcome to Hasselblad! Hasselblad had its beginnings during the last fifty years of the last millennium. Within twenty years it was present as mankind took the first 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 efficient solutions to meet photographers’ expectations.
hours to 1/800s, user customization of functions. And that’s not all! Bracketing, interval timer, rapid access user button, flash measure, independent LCD illumination on magazines, integral diopter adjustment in viewfinder, zone system capability, time-lapse photography, customized profiles and so on. In digital photography, the advantages of larger format cameras become particularly obvious. The 6 x 4.
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.
1. Flash unit hot-shoe 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.
Familiarize yourself with the H2F Take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with the H2F and its various controls. Note the difference 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 Profiles while a longer press will turn the camera off. With your right hand holding the ergonomic grip for security and control, your thumb and fingers have immediate access to all the controls without letting go.
1 Function Control & 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.
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. Front control wheel Accesses and changes various settings. FLASH / (CONTROL LOCK) button Lock settings to avoid inadvertent change. Also accesses flash settings. MENU button Accesses menu.
Grip LCD Typical camera grip display. (The information in brackets describes this particular example). Flash condition indication (No exposure compensation, normal flash synchronisation) Focus setting (Autofocus setting, single shot mode) Drive condition (Single setting) Shutter speed setting (1/20s) Aperture setting (f/5.6) Film speed rating (160 ISO/ASA) Exposure Value display (EV 9.
The basic principle behind making changes is that the appropriate button is first 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’.
Viewfinder LCD Typical viewfinder 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) Aperture setting (f/5.6) Exposure compensation setting reminder symbol Flash LED Warning triangle LED Metering method setting (Centre weighted) Focus Aid LED Exposure compensation setting Shutter speed setting (1/30 second) (+0.
Menu charts – general 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. Throughout this manual you will find charts to explain the steps and procedures required to alter the various settings.
Shutter release button A A 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 will begin, as relevant. For example, the self timer is activated with this button) FLASH / (CONTROL LOCK) button / (EXIT) B This is a triple function button.
On the rear of the grip, as well as the rear control wheel, there are a further three control buttons: AE-L button J K L J This 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. 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.
There are also two control buttons on the viewfinder, as well as the eyesight correction adjustment wheel: Eyesight correction adjustment wheel P The 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 control wheels. An EV correction symbol appears on the grip and viewfinder LCD as confirmation.
2 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.
1 Carrying strap 2 The carrying strap is attached by firstly withdrawing the safety collar. The hook is then freed and attached to the strap lug (fig. 1). Slide back the safety collar (fig. 2) to ensure the hook remains in the locked position between the small protruding lugs. The collar is purposely a tight fit and might need some effort to slide.
14 Viewfinder screen 15 14, 15, 16 The H2F 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. To change a viewfinder screen, remove the viewfinder to access the viewfinder screen. To remove the screen, place the tip of a ballpoint pen or similar in the viewfinder screen removal lug and pull upwards.
3 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° viewfinder 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.
A B C D E F G H Parts & Components A. B. C. D. 1 2 Rubber eye cup Hot shoe Eyesight adjustment wheel Exposure compensation button E. F. G. H.
4 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 sys
1 Parts and components 2 A A. B. C. D. E. B C 2 D E 3 Lens shade index Manual focus ring Focusing distance scales Depth-of-field scales Lens index Attaching a lens 1 1 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.
Depth-of-field calculation 7 There are two distance scales (in feet and metres) visible through the focus distance window on the upper part of the lens barrel. There is also a central lens index mark and a depth-of-field scale. The focusing distance is read off the chosen scale from the central lens index. 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.
CF Adapter The 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. This automatically expands the potential lens range for H cameras by more than a dozen different focal lengths. The 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.
5 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 film 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.
A F G H B I J K L C D E Parts and components A. B. C. D. E. F. LCD panel LCD illumination button Change up button Change down button Function selector Film plane index G. Darkslide key H. Darkslide indicator I. Film tab holder J. Film holder key K. Magazine settings lock L. Databus interface LCD panel A A The various functions are accessed by repeatedly pressing the function selector button (loop menu) and changes made by the ‘change-up’ and ‘change-down’ buttons.
E Function selector F 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. After a time-out of five seconds of non-activity, the display returns to the main screen. Changes can only be made when the settings lock switch is in the unlocked position. Film plane index G E F Provides a measuring point for the actual position of the film plane in the magazine.
Operation Battery 1 The magazine uses a battery to retain information and settings when unattached from the camera. When attached to the camera body, the magazine takes its power requirements from the camera batteries. The magazine battery will normally be effective for 1-2 years depending on use (off camera illumination, for example). When the battery is in a very low condition, (approx... 1 month of use left), a low-battery symbol appears on the magazine LCD as a warning.
Magazine settings Press the function selector ( button ) repeatedly to successively access: A. Film speed (ISO / Bar Code) B. Film length (120/220/ Number of frames) C. Data (on/off ) D. Frame counter (count down / count up) E. Low-battery warning symbol C A B D E 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). This is the default setting.
Data imprint setting Data imprinting can be activated or deactivated through the magazine menu. Manual film speed setting. 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. 220 film length setting.
Film loading 1 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. 1) Fold out the film holder key and turn it counter-clockwise 90°. Withdraw the film holder completely.
6 Digital Photography Excellent compatibility with Hasselblad digital backs Information visible on camera LCD Tethered and untethered solutions for maximum flexibility H system cameras were designed with digital photography in mind right from the outset so a digital back is not just an extremely useful accessory but is rather an integral part of the initial H system modular concept. This paves the way for seamless integration and consequently increased efficiency and improved workflow.
Hasselblad provides a number of digital solutions that can also be used with large format cameras, thereby creating the most comprehensive range for digital high end photography. The H2F offers a versatile platform for both analogue and digital work. However, digital integration is a fundament of the H system concept resulting in much more efficiency.
In order to incorporate the new unique HNCS and DAC features we have developed a custom Hasselblad raw file format called 3FR. It is designed to ensure that images captured on Hasselblad digital products are quickly, effectively and safely stored on the available media. This file format includes lossless image compression, which reduces the required storage space by 33%.
7 Light Metering & Exposure Control Three metering methods Five exposure methods Extremely accurate light metering The light metering system of the HV90X viewfinder is capable of selective sensitivity producing three reflective metering methods: Average, Centre weighted and Spot. All methods are measured in increments of 1/12 EV. Information transfer is rapid and automatic ensuring consistently correct exposure settings even in difficult and changeable lighting situations.
Light metering and exposure control Two primary factors have to be considered when making exposure control choice, namely, metering method and exposure method: Metering method determines in which manner the light measurement is made and how much of the image is taken into account( Average, Centre Weighted and Spot). Exposure method involves the parameters and deciding factors about how the light measurement is translated into aperture and shutter speeds.
1 Selecting metering method 2 Proceed as follows with the camera in active mode: 1. Press the EXP button on the viewfinder. 2. Turn the rear control wheel (in either direction 2a) to successively access the three choices: Average, Centre Weighted, andSpot 2b. 3. Press Save (DRIVE button) to retain the setting. EXP 2 3 Exposure method Exposure can be controlled either manually or by using one of four automatic modes.
A ‘+ 0.7’ above the scale in the display, as in illustration 4 for example, would indicate a ‘0.3 EV overexposure’ setting. Conversely, a ‘-2’ , for example, would indicate a ‘2EV underexposure’ setting. Note that the appearance of a +/- symbol on the grip and viewfinder LCDs in manual mode means that a change has been made to the exposure compensation setting. See later section on ‘Exposure compensation’.
AE- L button 1 1, 2 This button has two main functions that can be incorporated in various working methods involving exposure locking. It also has an extra function for the flash meter capability (see AE-L section under Flash). The AE-L button can: 2 a) lock an EV setting in manual and automatic modes. b) be used as a brightness range checking facility in standard terminology or Zone System terminology.
Alternatively, you can also pre-set the initial zone reading in order to save time and effort where there is no freely available ‘zone 5’ subject for light measuring. For example, you might be on a sandy beach where you know that sand is normally classified as zone 6. You can pre-programme the zone placement by holding down the AE-L button while choosing the new zone value and turning the front control wheel until zone 6 appears.
8 General Functions Manual and autofocus modes Three drive modes Quick adjust wheel Profiles This section describes the basic and general functions used in most situations. By understanding the capabilities of the H system you will be able to gain a great deal of control of how you work in the future. By taking advantage of the many features available, you might well find your normal practices changing for the better.
Power The camera can be set at two active power modes − ON or Standby − as well as OFF. In active modes, battery consumption is least in Standby mode and most in ON mode. The camera enters Standby mode automatically after 10 seconds (default) to preserve battery consumption but this interval can be changed in Custom Options. Also, after 10 seconds, the display on the OLED on the sensor unit is dimmed and after 30 seconds the display is turned off completely.
Manual focus mode 1 The Manual focus mode is set by the front control wheel on the grip in the following manner: In camera active mode: 1) Press the AF button on the grip. 2) Turn the front control wheel to: Manual 3) Press Save to store the setting. AF You can also use the shutter release button ‘half-press’ function to save a new setting and automatically return to the main screen. Natural friction is inherent in the design to purposely reproduce the secure feel of a completely manual lens.
Continuous At Continuous setting (AF C), the shutter can be released rapidly before the lens is focused in order to capture a split-second shot (in Single Shot, an exposure cannot be made until the camera has had time to focus). However, the camera will continue to focus if a moving subject is within the focusing zone or if you recompose, even though the shutter release button is half pressed.
Drive There are two drive modes, Single and Continuous, accessed by pressing the DRIVE button on the grip. Single In Single mode, an exposure is made when the shutter release button is pressed and the camera is made ready for the next exposure. To make the next exposure however, you must first release the shutter release button and then press again. In camera active mode: 1) Press the DRIVE button on the grip. 2) Turn the front control wheel to: Single 3) Press Save to store the setting.
1 Profiles 2 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 wide-angle shots, both situations requiring very different settings in a stressful environment.
4) Press Save (DRIVE button). The Profile name screen is then displayed where you can rename the profile to what suits you (see section Imprint / Text 4.2.2 further on in this manual for procedure details). 5) Press Save (DRIVE button) to keep the combination of settings with the new name. 2 1 To use a profile from the main screen, press the PROFILES button to reach the profiles screen again. Scroll down the list to the profile you want and then press the Load (AF) button.
9 Advanced Features Programmable self timer Programmable bracketing Programmable interval setting 30 custom options Data and text imprinting This section describes the features that might not need to be accessed everyday but should be exploited wisely to obtain the optimum from the system. Some features are a little more special, bracketing for example.
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There are a number of more advanced features that while not necessarily used every day still remain immediately accessible through the menu system. They provide the integral finesses that make the H2F a powerful and sophisticated tool to satisfy a variety of professional demands. There are four main functions: 1. Self timer 2. Bracketing 3. Interval timer 4. Settings 5. Digital An important point to remember is that certain options are only available when the relevant screen has been accessed.
1 The Self timer function is set in the following manner: 2 & -%.5 1) 2) 3) 4) Delay 4 3 $2)6% Press the MENU button on the grip. Turn the front control wheel until Self Timer appears. Press ENTER (DRIVE button) on the grip.
Bracketing options available 2 frames or 3 frames or 5 frames or 7 frames or 9 frames options available options available 1/3 EV or 1/2 EV or 1 EV 2 Bracketing The bracketing facility provides an automatic series of exposures; 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.
1 The Bracketing function is set in the following manner: 2 & -%.5 4 3 $2)6% & %NTER 5 6 A B 2 Sequence highlighted. ‘Standard, over, under’ chosen as option. C D 8 7 $2)6% 3AVE $2)6% 2 9 3AVE $2)6% %NTER Step highlighted. 1/3 EV variation chosen as option. ON.OFF (PROFILES/ESC) EXAMPLE Press the MENU button.
Interval options available 2 frames − 32 frames options available 1 second − 1 hour 1 3 Interval 2 By using the interval setting, you can allow the camera to take a series of exposures automatically over a set period. This is often required for time and motion studies, security surveillance, nature study, etc. The exposure and focus settings (Manual or Auto) will be according to the camera settings at the time of exposure. & -%.
Settings / Custom Options options available CUSTOM OPTIONS 1 4 Settings 2 From the Settings screen you can access three main sub-settings: Custom options, Image Info and System status by turning the front control wheel. From each of these three sub-settings you can access further screens. Custom options has 32 screens, Image info has two more screens each with more choices and System status has two more screens.
Standby timeout Stop down button function 1 6 • 5s • 10s • 15s • 30s • Stop Down Determines the amount of time the camera remains active before it automatically reverts to standby mode (indicated on the grip LCD by the H2F logo). Minimises battery consumption. but can be reassigned to: • None • Standby (enters standby) • Flash Measure • Interval timer • Multi exposure • Self Timer • Bracketing • AF drive ( lens in MF or AF) • Mirror up • B mode • T mode • Histogram • Gray bal Exp.
Magazineexposure lock 10 Spot mode 14 • Yes • No • Normal • Zone Allows you to release the camera without a film loaded in the magazine. Yes blocks the shutter if there is no film in the magazine and also displays a message on the grip LCD: No film. No allows the shutter to be released with no film in the magazine. Determines how the camera behaves when set to Spot Mode. Lens exposure lock Normal makes the camera behave in the same fashion as when set to Average or Centre Weighted.
Rear wheel quick adjust 17 Interval & Self Timer 22 • Yes • No • Exit • Stay Allows rear control 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 an exposure or immediately return to standard setting. Yes turns the setting on. By turning the rear control wheel, the adjustment is made and appears on both LCDs as a ± symbol between the shutter speed and aperture values.
Aperture control in Manual 27 • Front wheel • Rear wheel Selects which control wheel changes the aperture setting when in Manual exposure mode. Front wheel selects the front control wheel to change the aperture setting. Rear wheel selects the rear control wheel to change the aperture setting. Low flash warning 28 • On • Off Controls the display of the ‘Low flash’ warning message and triangle. ON enables the function. OFF disables the function.
Image Info / Imprint type Applicable only when film magazine attached. 1 4.2 Image Info 2 The Imprint facility controls the text that will appear along the edge of each frame on a film. It is possible to imprint approximately 40 characters at one time. & -%.5 Imprint Type records technical information automatically created by the camera. Text records information created by the user. 4.2.1 Imprint type The following can be chosen as an option: 4 3 $2)6% • Imp.
‘Imprint type’ capabilities not applicable when digital back attached 1 4.2.2 Text 2 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. & -%.5 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 4 3 $2)6% & 6) On the left side of the screen there is a small box frame containing an X symbol and two arrow symbols.
So, to write and store the characters, proceed as follows: 1) You can firstly clear an unwanted line of text by highlighting the X symbol in the box and repeatedly pressing the Sel.(AF) button. 2) Find the character you want by scrolling with the rear control wheel until it appears on the screen. (The ‘space’ character is the ‘empty space’ to the left of the exclamation mark, top row furthest to the left).
Date & Time Applicable only with film magazine attached Alert message when a digital back is attached 1 4.3 Date & Time 2 Adjust date and time settings by the following procedure: & -%.5 1) Press the MENU button on the grip. 2) Turn the front control wheel until Settings appears. 4 3 $2)6% 3) Press the DRIVE (Enter) button on the grip. & %NTER 4) Turn the front control wheel to access Date & Time. 5 6 $2)6% 5) Press the DRIVE (Enter) button.
System status 4.4 System status 2 1 Check component usage and general servicing information as follows: & -%.5 1) Press the MENU button on the grip. 2) Turn the front control wheel until Settings appears. 3) Press the DRIVE (Enter) button on the grip. 4 3 $2)6% 4) Turn the front control wheel to access Info. & %NTER 5) Press the Enter (DRIVE) button 5 6 6) Press the Enter (DRIVE) button.
Digital options available options available 1 ISO 50, 100, 200 or 400 Daylight, Cloudy, Shade, Flash, Fluorescent, Tungsten and Manual. 5 Digital 2 From the Digital screen you can choose between various white balance and ISO settings. These camera settings will override any such settings made on the sensor unit and will show up on the sensor unit screen as new settings. & -%.5 ISO Setting & White Balance 4 3 $2)6% & %NTER 5 6 Press the MENU button on the grip.
Customizable button function list • The USER, AE-L, STOP DOWN and M.UP buttons can all be reassigned to different functions. • The USER button has no function until specifically assigned one (default is ‘None’). The AE-L, STOP DOWN and M.UP buttons, however, by default are assigned the function appropriate to the name, until assigned otherwise. The buttons can be assigned or reassigned to the following functions: None Mirror up The user button has no function.
10 Flash Sync at all shutter speeds to 1/800s Integral fill-flash SCA 3002 compatible Flash measure capability Rear sync capability The H system meets professional demands for a variety of situations where flash is required. It includes an integral flash primarily intended for fill-flash use but strong enough for simple close work.
The H2F 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). The viewfinder houses an integral fill-flash with a guide number of 12 and features OTF/TTL flash control.
1 To access the controls: 1) Activate the camera and press the FLASH button once. 2) Turn the front control wheel to set the amount of compensation required: • from +3EV through -3EV • press Clr (AF button) to clear the setting quickly if required.
5) If the settings were incorrect to match the output of the flash unit, the viewfinder LCD displays a red triangle alongside a flashing green ‘flash’ symbol plus a warning message - ‘Low flash’. The grip LCD will also display a warning message ‘Low flash’. Conventional measures should then be taken to correct the situation. (That is: move closer to the main subject, use a larger aperture setting or use a higher ISO setting).
11 Optional Accessories Converter Focusing screens Extension tubes CF adapter Release cord Proshade Filters Flash adapter Tripod quick coupling HVD 90x viewfinder Support strap HVM waist level viewfinder Camera strap HMi 100 Optional accessories provide the opportunity to extend the capabilities of your system or just to add extra convenience to suit your way of working. (The figures in brackets after the headings are the product codes.
Support strap H HVM waist level viewfinder (3053623) (3053328) Improves comfort and security with hand-held photography. The HVM waist level viewfinder allows a comfortable lower viewing angle either 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. Camera strap H (3053616) Extra wide camera strap with anti-slip backing.
HC /HCD lens range This lens compatible with digital back only. HCD 4/28 mm HC 3.5/35 mm HC 2.2/100 mm HC 4/210 mm HC 3.5/50 mm HC Macro 4/120 mm HC 4.5/300 mm HC 2.8/80 mm HC 3.2/150 mm HC 3.5-4.5/50-110 mm HC 1.
12 Appendix Glossary of Terms P and Pv explanatory charts Technical specifications Equipment Care, Service & Guarantee This section provides an insight into the more technical aspects of the H system as well as some important reference information.
Glossary of Terms LCD Liquid Crystal Display. An electronic information panel. The grip and magazine both have LCD panels. For the sake of clarity, here are short and simple explanations of several terms, items and features mentioned in the manual that may be unfamiliar to some. LED Light Emitting Diode. Electronic devices used in information displays. The viewfinder display has LED’s to the left and right of the integral LCD panel.
Profile Zone (system) You can allow the H2F to be set according to ‘profiles’. These profiles are combinations of modes, methods and settings (custom or default) that suit specific photographic situations. By using a personal profile - which you can create, name and save - the camera is immediately configured for a specific purpose without any need to check through the menus. This is a very rapid and secure way of working when repeatedly confronted with similar photographic situations.
True exposure Shutter Shutterposition position T3 = T1 Open Open Exposure at at max aperture (e.g.(e.g. f/2.
Automatic exposure – P & Pv Mode P Mode -5 -4 35 50 50-110 @ 50 35 50 50-110 @ 50 80 120 50-110 @ 110 80 120 50-110 @ 110 210 150 210 150 -3 -2 -1 1 0 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 1. 4 12 2.
Technical specifications Camera type Auto-focus, auto-exposure SLR camera with interchangeable magazines, 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 lenses with built-in electronically controlled shutter and aperture. Automatic or manual focusing with instant manual focus override. Lens shades can be mounted in reverse for transport.
Auto bracketing Bracketing using predetermined number of exposures (2, 3, 5, 7 or 9) in 1/3, 1/2, or 1 EV step difference intervals. Interval timer Number of frames from 2 to 32 and interval from 1 second to 1 hour. Film speed Film speed range ISO 6 to 6400. Automatic setting with Barcode film. Displays The camera features two dot-matrix LCD’s that provide clear and easy-to-understand information to the user. One is located on the grip and the other in the 90° viewfinder.
External dimensions approx. 135 mm 5.3 ins approx. 155 mm approx. 207 mm (80 mm lens) 6.1 ins 8.2 ins H2F Data imprinting modes Type 1 Type 2 Enhanced exposure information Basic exposure information Aperture Shutter speed Light metering mode Exposure mode Exposure adjustment Flash symbol Flash exp.
BODY Default setting (Standard Profile) Exp.mode LM mode Exp. adjust Focus mode Drive mode Flash sync Flash adjust A (Aperture priority) Centre weighted 0 AF-S S Normal (beginning of exp.
the lens or touch any of the glass surfaces with your fingers. If in any doubt, do not attempt to clean lens glass surfaces yourself but allow a “Hasselblad Authorized Service Center” to treat them. Problems, Equipment Care & Service The H2F is a very sophisticated camera that relies on much information being passed and processed to and from each modular unit to produce the correct behaviour.
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