Hasselblad 555ELD Medium Format Film Camera
The Hasselblad 555ELD is a Medium Format medium format camera — known for its Hasselblad V System Mount and Medium Format Film Capture. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Overview — Hasselblad 555ELD
Key Features — Hasselblad 555ELD
Hasselblad V System Mount: Accepts the full range of Hasselblad V-system lenses, including Carl Zeiss optics, giving shooters access to decades of professional medium format glass.
Medium Format Film Capture: Shoots on 120/220 medium format film via interchangeable film magazines, producing large negatives with significantly more detail than 35mm.
Interchangeable Film Magazines: Modular magazine system allows mid-roll film changes and swapping between film stocks without losing frames.
Interchangeable Viewfinder System: Ships with a waist-level finder and accepts 90° or 45° prism finders and magnifying hoods to suit different shooting styles and orientations.
TTL/OTF Flash Metering: Supports through-the-lens, off-the-film flash metering compatible with D-Flash 40 and the SCA 300 system via the SCA 390 adapter for accurate flash exposure.
ISO 64–4000 Film Speed Range: Covers a broad sensitivity range for a film camera, accommodating slow fine-grain stocks through faster films suited to low-light conditions.
Specifications — Hasselblad 555ELD
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Studio, Fashion |
| Type | Film |
| Sensor | Medium Format |
| ISO Range | 64 – 4000 |
| AF System | Manual Focus Only |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Viewfinder | Optical (Waist-level finder, interchangeable with 90° or 45° prism finders or magnifying hoods) |
| Battery | 5x AA batteries |
| Weather Sealing | None |
| Dimensions | 180x100x150mm |
| Weight | 2150g |
| Lens Mount | Hasselblad V |
Description — Hasselblad 555ELD
The Hasselblad 555ELD is a medium format film camera built on the Hasselblad V lens mount, opening access to the V-system lens lineup. The body is machined from metal — aluminum alloy and steel — and weighs 2150g with dimensions of 180x100x150mm, reflecting its professional-grade construction. It supports an ISO range of 64 to 4000, providing meaningful latitude for different film stocks and lighting environments.
Flash shooting is handled through TTL/OTF flash metering, with compatibility for the D-Flash 40 and SCA 300 system via the SCA 390 adapter. The viewfinder is optical, standard with a waist-level finder and interchangeable with 90° or 45° prism finders or magnifying hoods — a notable degree of flexibility for a film camera. The 555ELD is powered by 5x AA batteries, keeping things practical in the field.
There is no weather sealing, no image stabilization, and no wireless connectivity, making this a straightforward, film-dedicated tool for V-system shooters.
Pros — Hasselblad 555ELD
- ✓Hasselblad V lens mount enables compatibility with V-system lenses
- ✓Wide ISO range of 64 to 4000 supports diverse lighting conditions
- ✓Durable metal body construction using aluminum alloy and steel
Cons — Hasselblad 555ELD
- ✗No weather sealing, limiting use in rain or dusty environments
- ✗Heavy at 2150g, which may be fatiguing for extended handheld shooting
- ✗No image stabilization of any kind
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