Hasselblad E24 6x6 Film Back
The Hasselblad 6x6 Film Back is a film camera from Hasselblad — known for its 6x6 Square Format and 24-Exposure Capacity. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Hasselblad E24 6x6 Film Back
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Camera Overview — Hasselblad 6x6 Film Back
Key Features — Hasselblad 6x6 Film Back
6x6 Square Format: Produces the classic 56x56mm square negative on 120 film, a format favored for its compositional symmetry and large image area.
24-Exposure Capacity: The E24 designation means this back yields 24 exposures per roll of 120 film, more than the standard 12-exposure backs in the V system lineup.
120 Film Compatible: Accepts standard 120 film stock, which remains widely available from major film manufacturers today.
Hasselblad V-Mount System: Integrates with the modular Hasselblad V-mount ecosystem, compatible with V-series bodies such as the 500C/M, 501CM, and 503CW.
Interchangeable Film Back: Can be swapped between compatible V-system bodies mid-shoot without losing a frame, a core advantage of the Hasselblad modular design.
Mechanical Operation: Fully mechanical construction requires no battery to function, making it reliable in the field regardless of power availability.
Camera Specifications — Hasselblad 6x6 Film Back
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Description — Hasselblad 6x6 Film Back
The Hasselblad E24 6x6 Film Back is a medium format film back built for the Hasselblad V-mount system, manufactured during the 1980s. It uses 120 film to deliver the classic 6x6 square format that the Hasselblad V system is renowned for. As part of the modular V-system architecture, the E24 can be interchanged between compatible bodies, a key feature of working with Hasselblad V-mount lenses and interchangeable lens configurations.
The back operates with a mechanical shutter and is designed around manual focus use, making it ideal for photographers who prefer a deliberate, hands-on shooting approach. Flash compatibility is listed as none, so external lighting should be planned independently. The E24 designation reflects its capacity specification within the E-series of Hasselblad backs.
For film photographers working within the Hasselblad V ecosystem, the E24 represents a period-correct, fully functional accessory that opens up 120 format shooting on compatible V-system bodies.
Pros — Hasselblad 6x6 Film Back
- ✓Compatible with Hasselblad V-mount lenses, giving access to a wide range of interchangeable V-system glass
- ✓Supports 120 film format, the standard medium format film stock readily available today
- ✓6x6 square format shooting enabled by the film back's design
Cons — Hasselblad 6x6 Film Back
- ✗No flash compatibility listed, limiting integrated flash use with this back
- ✗Manual focus only — no autofocus support
- ✗Specifications data is sparse, with weight and other physical details not provided, making pre-purchase fitment checks harder
Videos — Hasselblad 6x6 Film Back
How To Unload Film from a Hasselblad V-Series Back — Mike Thomas