Hasselblad 12 Roll Film Back
The Hasselblad 12 Roll Film Back is a film camera from Hasselblad — known for its 120 Roll Film Format and Hasselblad V-System Compatible. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Camera Overview — Hasselblad 12 Roll Film Back
Key Features — Hasselblad 12 Roll Film Back
120 Roll Film Format: Accepts 120 roll film, providing access to the wide range of medium format film stocks still in production today.
Hasselblad V-System Compatible: Designed specifically for V-System camera bodies, ensuring precise mechanical integration with the mount.
Interchangeable Back Design: Can be swapped mid-shoot without disturbing the lens or camera body, allowing quick film changes in the field.
12 Exposures Per Roll: Yields 12 square 6×6cm frames per roll of 120 film, the standard format for Hasselblad V-System shooting.
1960s Mechanical Construction: Built to the precision standards of Hasselblad's manufacturing during the 1960s, with a reputation for long-term reliability.
Lens-Controlled Shutter: Contains no shutter of its own, with exposure timing handled entirely by the Hasselblad V-System lens, as is standard for this platform.
Camera Specifications — Hasselblad 12 Roll Film Back
Description — Hasselblad 12 Roll Film Back
The Hasselblad 12 Roll Film Back is a medium format accessory built for the Hasselblad V mount system and manufactured during the 1960s. It accepts 120 roll film, integrating into the V-System's modular design that allows film backs to be swapped between shots. The back supports use with interchangeable lenses, working in concert with the broader V-System lens and body lineup.
Shutter control is not handled by the film back — the shutterType is listed as none — so exposure timing is managed at the lens or body level, as is standard for this system architecture. Flash compatibility is none at the film back level. Weighing between 350g and 400g, the back is a compact and manageable part of any V-System kit. Focus is manual, in keeping with the precision, deliberate shooting style that medium format film photography demands.
For photographers running a Hasselblad V-System and looking for a period-correct 120 film back, this is a direct and practical option.
Pros — Hasselblad 12 Roll Film Back
- ✓Designed for the Hasselblad V mount, ensuring direct compatibility with V-System cameras
- ✓Accepts 120 roll film, giving access to the medium format film stocks still widely available today
- ✓Interchangeable lens compatibility allows flexible use across the V-System lineup
Cons — Hasselblad 12 Roll Film Back
- ✗No flash compatibility on the film back itself, limiting flash triggering options at this point in the system
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus support anywhere in the system
- ✗No shutter mechanism built into the back; shutter functionality depends entirely on the lens or body
Videos — Hasselblad 12 Roll Film Back
Photo: How to Load a Hasselblad Film Back — Mike Thomas
Frequently Asked Questions — Hasselblad 12 Roll Film Back
What film format does this film back use?+
This film back is compatible with 120 roll film, as specified in the filmCompatibility field. It is a medium format accessory designed for the Hasselblad V-System.
Which cameras is this film back compatible with?+
The film back is designed for the Hasselblad V mount system. The specifications note compatibility with interchangeable lenses via the V-System, meaning it is intended for use with Hasselblad V-System camera bodies.
Does this film back have its own shutter?+
No — the shutterType is listed as 'None' in the specifications. Shutter control is managed by the lens or camera body, not by the film back itself.
How heavy is the Hasselblad 12 Roll Film Back?+
According to the specifications, the film back weighs between 350g and 400g, making it a reasonably lightweight component to add to a V-System setup.
When was this film back manufactured?+
The year of manufacture is listed as 1960–1969, placing it firmly in the first decade of Hasselblad's V-System development. Buyers should inspect any example carefully given its age.
Does the film back support flash?+
Flash compatibility is listed as 'None' for this film back. Any flash triggering would need to be handled through the camera body or lens rather than through the film back itself.