Hasselblad 80mm f/2.8 Zeiss Planar C Lens
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Hasselblad 80mm f/2.8 Zeiss Planar C Lens
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Lens Overview — Hasselblad 80mm f/2.8 C
Key Features — Hasselblad 80mm f/2.8 C
Zeiss Planar Optical Design: Carl Zeiss-designed Planar optics deliver the sharp center resolution and smooth tonal rendering that made this lens a studio standard.
80mm Standard Focal Length: Equivalent to a normal perspective on medium format, making it well-suited for portraits, still life, and general-purpose shooting.
f/2.8 Maximum Aperture: Provides useful subject separation and workable performance in lower light for a medium format lens of this era.
Integrated Leaf Shutter: Allows flash synchronization at all shutter speeds, a significant advantage for studio strobes and fill flash outdoors.
Hasselblad V Mount: Natively compatible with the full range of Hasselblad V-system bodies, including the 500C, 500C/M, and later models.
Medium Format Coverage: Designed for 120 film, producing a large 6×6cm negative that captures significantly more detail than 35mm.
Lens Specifications — Hasselblad 80mm f/2.8 C
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Portrait, Studio, Product |
| Lens Mount | Hasselblad V |
| Focus Type | Manual Focus |
Description — Hasselblad 80mm f/2.8 C
The Hasselblad 80mm f/2.8 Zeiss Planar C is a Hasselblad V mount lens built for Medium Format 120 film, manufactured during the 1960s. It is a manual focus, vintage SLR lens that integrates a leaf shutter — a hallmark feature that allows flash synchronization at all shutter speeds, making it a practical choice for controlled lighting environments. Weighing between 500 and 600 grams, it balances well on V-system bodies and feels substantive in hand.
The Hasselblad V mount provides direct native compatibility with V-system cameras, and the lens is classified as compatible with standard, wide-angle, telephoto, and interchangeable lens categories. For film photographers working with 120 medium format, or collectors seeking a well-regarded piece of 1960s optical engineering, this lens represents a meaningful addition to any Hasselblad V-system kit. Its age means each sample should be inspected carefully for condition, but well-preserved examples remain highly sought after in the vintage medium format community.
Pros — Hasselblad 80mm f/2.8 C
- ✓Hasselblad V mount ensures direct, native compatibility with V-system bodies
- ✓Integrated leaf shutter enables full flash sync at all shutter speeds — a practical advantage for studio and flash work
- ✓Medium Format 120 film format delivers large negative size for high detail captures
Cons — Hasselblad 80mm f/2.8 C
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus option for faster-paced shooting situations
- ✗Hasselblad V mount limits compatibility to V-system bodies without the use of third-party adapters
- ✗As a 1960s vintage lens, age-related wear, haze, or fungus may be present depending on the individual sample
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Frequently Asked Questions — Hasselblad 80mm f/2.8 C
Which cameras is this lens compatible with?+
This lens uses the Hasselblad V mount, so it is designed for Hasselblad V-system cameras. The specifications list it under interchangeable lenses compatible with standard, wide-angle, and telephoto lens categories within that system.
What film format does this lens cover?+
The lens is designed for Medium Format 120 film. This is the standard film format for Hasselblad V-system cameras from this era.
Does this lens have a built-in shutter?+
Yes — the specifications confirm a leaf shutter design. A leaf shutter is built into the lens itself rather than the camera body, which allows flash synchronization across all shutter speeds.
When was this lens made?+
According to the specifications, the year of manufacture is listed as 1960–1969, placing it in the first decade of the Hasselblad V-system's production history.
Is autofocus available on this lens?+
No. The specifications confirm manual focus only. Buyers should be comfortable with manual focusing technique, which is standard practice for vintage medium format lenses of this type.
How heavy is this lens?+
The specifications list a weight range of 500 to 600 grams. The variance likely reflects differences between individual production batches or configurations across the 1960s manufacturing period.