Hasselblad 40mm f/4 Zeiss Distagon C T* Lens
The Hasselblad 40mm f/4 is a 40mm f/4 lens designed for Hasselblad V mount cameras. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Hasselblad 40mm f/4 Zeiss Distagon C T* Lens
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Lens Overview — Hasselblad 40mm f/4
Key Features — Hasselblad 40mm f/4
40mm Medium Format Prime: A fixed 40mm focal length on medium format delivers an equivalent field of view well suited to landscapes, architecture, and environmental work.
Zeiss Distagon Optics: Retrofocus Distagon optical design from Zeiss provides high contrast, sharp rendering, and minimal distortion across the frame.
Hasselblad V Mount: Native compatibility with the Hasselblad V system ensures seamless integration with bodies such as the 500C/M, 501CM, and 503CW.
T* Anti-Reflection Coating: Zeiss T* multi-coating reduces flare and ghosting, maintaining contrast and color fidelity even in challenging lighting conditions.
f/4 Maximum Aperture: A maximum aperture of f/4 is well matched to studio, landscape, and tripod-based shooting where controlled depth of field is prioritized.
Manual Focus Operation: All-manual focus with a precise, tactile focus ring supports deliberate shooting and is well suited to slow, considered workflows.
Lens Specifications — Hasselblad 40mm f/4
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Landscape, Architecture, Studio |
| Lens Type | Prime |
| Format | Medium Format |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 40mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/4 |
| Camera System | Medium Format |
| Lens Mount | Hasselblad V |
| Autofocus | No |
| Focus Type | Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 93mm |
Description — Hasselblad 40mm f/4
The Hasselblad 40mm f/4 Zeiss Distagon C T* is a prime wide-angle lens designed exclusively for the Hasselblad V mount system. Operating in the medium format lens category, it features a fixed 40mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/4, making it a deliberate, precision-oriented tool for controlled shooting scenarios. All focusing is manual, with no autofocus support, placing full control in the hands of the photographer.
The lens features a 93mm filter thread — a notably large diameter that reflects the scale of its medium format optical design. At 800g, it carries the solid, substantial feel expected of professional medium format glass. Image stabilization is not present, so a steady hand or tripod support is advisable. This lens is purpose-built for Hasselblad V-system users who want a wide-angle prime with native mount compatibility and a fully manual shooting experience.
Pros — Hasselblad 40mm f/4
- ✓Medium format prime design offers a fixed 40mm focal length with no optical compromises from zoom mechanics
- ✓Hasselblad V mount compatibility ensures direct, native integration with V-system cameras
- ✓Large 93mm filter thread accommodates wide-diameter filters suited to medium format optics
Cons — Hasselblad 40mm f/4
- ✗No autofocus support makes fast-paced or action shooting impractical
- ✗No image stabilization, as explicitly noted in specifications
- ✗800g weight is substantial and may add fatigue during extended handheld use
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