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Medium format photography is about
professionalism. Camera systems have to be
professional, handling has to be professional and
captures have to be professional in quality.
Hasselblad knows it and delivers it; professionals
know that too.
This manual covers the functionality and operation of the
H5D sensor units when used on technical cameras. For a
full description of the operation for a complete H5D/H5X
camera, please refer to the dedicated H5D/ H5X User
Manual
The Hasselblad H series of sensor units evolved by adding
new developments on to the shoulders of the previous
generation. In this way all the previous field-experience and
user requested features are automatically included. So, just
when you think things can't get much better, they do. The H5
sensor units is incorporate all the good things from before
and then some stunning new ones!
The H5D sensor unit series heralds a step up that is
noticeably greater than before. There are changes and many
are 'from the ground up'. The H spirit thrives but has now
matured to reinforce further its position in the rapidly
changing world of digital imaging. Future proofing is key to a
secure placing for working photographers. The sensor units
provide a reliable connection to the fleeting environment of
digital imaging technology so when the wind changes
direction, these units remain as the safeguarding companion
to provide support.
There are six models to choose from to suit the varied
demands from the professional world. They start with the
entry level 40 MPixel model that right from the outset
confidently takes on most rivals from all brands and beats
them with star quality results. The models then just get
better and better. At the other end of the scale is the 200
MPixel MultiShot CMOS sensor model with high ISO settings
and up to an amazing 1.5 frames per second that raises the
bar so much that it is in a league of its own.
True to Hasselblad philosophy, interchangeability and
versatility span all models and accessories with minimal
restrictions, even when using the sensor unit on view
cameras. In short, you have access to a more comprehensive
world to apply medium format quality to.
Hasselblad's best kept secret is knowing that every link in the
chain that leads to the page in the magazine has to reach a
certain standard; it is that simple. That's why Hasselblad
spends so much time and energy into checking those almost
endless behind-the-scenes details and standards because
they understand this simple concept. There is no magical
formula to Hasselblad success other than an understanding of
