Hasselblad HC 50mm f/3.5
The Hasselblad 50mm f/3.5 is a 50mm f/3.5 lens designed for Hasselblad H mount cameras. Used copies start from $799 on GearFocus, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Hasselblad HC 50mm f/3.5
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Lens Overview — Hasselblad 50mm f/3.5
Key Features — Hasselblad 50mm f/3.5
50mm Medium Format Prime: Fixed 50mm focal length on medium format delivers a wide, natural perspective suited to landscapes, architecture, and environmental portraiture.
Hasselblad H Mount: Native H-mount design ensures full electronic communication with Hasselblad H-series bodies for metering, exposure data, and autofocus.
f/3.5 Maximum Aperture: Wide maximum aperture for a medium format wide-angle prime allows shooting in lower light while providing some subject separation.
Autofocus and Manual Focus: Supports both AF and MF operation, giving photographers flexibility across studio, landscape, and documentary workflows.
77mm Filter Thread: Standard 77mm filter diameter makes it straightforward to use existing filters for polarization, neutral density, or graduated exposures.
975g Build Quality: Solid construction typical of Hasselblad H-system optics, reflecting the precision engineering expected from medium format glass.
Lens Specifications — Hasselblad 50mm f/3.5
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Landscape, Portrait, Architecture, Studio, Product |
| Lens Type | Wide-Angle |
| Format | Medium Format |
| Zoom/Prime | Prime |
| Focal Length | 50mm |
| Maximum Aperture | f/3.5 |
| Camera System | Medium Format |
| Lens Mount | Hasselblad H |
| Autofocus | Yes |
| Focus Type | Auto, Manual |
| Image Stabilization | None |
| Filter Thread | 77mm |
Description — Hasselblad 50mm f/3.5
The Hasselblad HC 50mm f/3.5 is a wide-angle prime lens designed exclusively for the Hasselblad H mount system, fitting squarely into the medium format camera ecosystem. With a fixed 50mm focal length and a maximum aperture of f/3.5, it offers a wide field of view suited to subjects that benefit from a broader perspective. The lens supports both autofocus and manual focus, providing versatility across different shooting scenarios and personal preferences.
A 77mm filter thread allows easy integration with standard filter accessories, keeping workflow straightforward. At 975g, the lens reflects the substantial construction expected of medium format glass. There is no image stabilization on board, so photographers will want to factor in shutter speed and support options when shooting in challenging light.
As a dedicated medium format prime, the HC 50mm f/3.5 is purpose-built to pair with Hasselblad H system bodies, delivering native lens-to-body communication within that ecosystem.
Pros — Hasselblad 50mm f/3.5
- ✓Native Hasselblad H mount ensures full system compatibility with H-series bodies
- ✓Wide-angle 50mm focal length on medium format provides a broad perspective for expansive compositions
- ✓Supports both autofocus and manual focus (focusType: Auto, Manual)
Cons — Hasselblad 50mm f/3.5
- ✗No image stabilization (imageStabilization: None), requiring careful technique in lower light
- ✗At 975g, the lens is heavy and may add significant weight to a handheld setup
- ✗Maximum aperture of f/3.5 is relatively modest for low-light or shallow depth-of-field work
Videos — Hasselblad 50mm f/3.5
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